Academic Year Professional Learning Workshops ARE OPEN!

FREE to all Maryland public school educators!

Thanks to continued funding from the State of Maryland, workshops are FREE to ALL Maryland Public School Educators.
To qualify for a Code.org scholarship, Maryland private schools, DC and Delaware teachers have to meet requirements for scholarship funding. For more information on Code.org scholarship eligibility, please inquire at [email protected]. Educators who do not qualify for Code.org scholarships or MCCE funding will be required to pay workshop fees.

Most workshops qualify for CPD credit. For those that meet CPD requirements, you will receive instructions at the end of the academic year on how to obtain the CPD credits you’ve earned. MCCE does not provide individual stipends to teachers for its professional development. Please check with your district point of contact for questions around stipend eligibility and availability.

MARYLAND CODES VIRTUAL WORKSHOP OPTIONS

Code.org academic year workshops (AYW) are only open to those who were accepted into the 2024-2025 Cohort. A link to enroll will be sent directly to the email you included on your application. Applications for the 2025-2026 will open in January 2025.

Code.org CS Discoveries (Middle School/High School)

Computer Science Discoveries is an introductory computer science course for 6 - 10th grade students. Mapped to CTSA standards, the course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as problem-solving, programming, physical computing, user-centered design, and data, while inspiring students as they build their own websites, apps, animations, games, and physical computing systems. This course is also known in Maryland as FOCS. (30+ hours (5 days) of PD with 4 follow-up sessions during the school year) 2 CPD credits for summer and 1 CPD for follow up sessions.

• AYW Workshops:

  • Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 8:30am-4:30pm

  • Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 8:30am-4:30pm

  • Satruday, January 25, 2025 from 8:30am-4:30pm

  • Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 8:30am-4:30pm

Code.org CS Principles (High School)

Computer Science Principles is an AP(R) level course that was designed to cover the breadth of computer science for students with a wide variety of interests. Using the Code.org curriculum that includes online units and a teacher dashboard, It can count as a tech credit in Maryland or as part of the CS pathway. (30+ hours (5 days) of PD with 4 follow-up sessions during the school year. ) 2 CPD credits for summer and 1 CPD for follow up sessions.

• Kick-Off: Saturday, September 21, 2024 9:00am-10:00am

• AYW Workshops:

  • Satruday, October 12, 2024 from 9:00am-4:00pm

  • Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 9:00am-4:00pm

  • Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 9:00am-4:00pm

  • Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 9:00am-4:00pm

Code.org Computer Science A (AP CSA)- (High School)

AP® Computer Science A (AP CSA) is a Java programming course framework and associated Advanced Placement exam introduced by the College Board. It includes content expected to be covered in an introductory college computer science course:

AP Computer Science A introduces students to computer science through programming. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language. Code.org’s curriculum will cover the content defined in this framework and prepare students for the AP CSA exam. In addition, our CSA offering, much like our other courses, is being built with equity at the heart of its design.

• AYW Workshops:

MARYLAND CENTER FOR COMPUTING EDUCATION WORKSHOP OPTIONS

Just in Time CS Discoveries

Receive help from experienced lead teacher(s) to set up your class, access online materials, and prepare for Unit 1 so you can feel comfortable and confident before school starts.

• Saturday, August 17, 2024

  • 9:00am-11:00am

  • 2:00pm-4:00pm

• Saturday, September 7, 2024

  • 9:00am-11:00am

  • 2:00pm-4:00pm

Just in Time CS Principles

Receive help from experienced lead teacher(s) to set up your class, access online materials, and prepare for Unit 1 so you can feel comfortable and confident before school starts.

• Saturday, August 17, 2024

  • 9:00am-11:00am

  • 2:00pm-4:00pm

Praxis Preparation (ALL Grade Levels)

If you have already taught at least one section of computer science and are interested in the add-on endorsement to teach CS by taking the Praxis test, attend this deep dive workshop to help with your studies and practice with others. If you are interested you can also apply for the grant program to become part of a study cohort. 2 CPD Credits for attending the workshop AND completing the online coursework in Canvas.

• Satruday, September 14, 2024 - Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 8:30am-11:30am

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Part I (ALL Grade Levels)

Are you new to Artificial Intelligence? Are you curious about how to integrate captivating ideas and interactive activities into your classes? Join this engaging and interactive course to explore the world of Artificial Intelligence and discover how it impacts our daily lives. Learn how to empower today's students to become informed consumers and creators in the field of AI. 1 CPD

• Dates Coming Soon

Teaching Artificial Intelligence Part II (ALL Grade Levels)

Have you already explored the basics of Artificial Intelligence? Join this online workshop to connect with other Maryland teachers to try out the newest online tools and curriculum and develop a follow-up lesson plan to dig deeper into this exciting area. 1 CPD credit

• Dates Coming Soon

Artificial Intelligence for Educators (ALL Grade Levels)

This course will introduce you to the basics of AI and how it can be used effectively by educators. Create effective prompts for AI tools, use AI to boost your productivity and creativity, and apply AI to enhance your teaching and learning. A variety of AI tools and resources will be explored that can be adapted to any educational context. By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of the potential and limitations of AI in education, and how to harness its power as an educator. 1 CPD Credit

• Dates Coming Soon

Introduction to Cybersecurity for Educators (Middle School/ High School)

Learn the foundations of cybersecurity: key vocabulary, core concepts, connections to computer science, and an overview of careers and opportunities. An assignment to will also be assigned. 1 CPD credit

• Dates Coming Soon