Author Archives: jdioguardi

JavaScript Conquered the Web. Now It’s Taking Over the Desktop | WIRED

Posted on May 13, 2016 by jdioguardi

JAVASCRIPT WAS ORIGINALLY created in 1995 to give web pages a little more pep than the tag could provide. Today it has far more powerful uses. Companies like Google and Facebook build complex, desktop-like web applications with JavaScript; since the … Continue reading →

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#YesWeCode

Posted on May 5, 2016 by jdioguardi

#YesWeCode is a national initiative to help teach 100K low-opportunity youth to code. Many have been searching for ways to uplift today’s urban youth and help them achieve a more promising future. We believe that one solution lies in connecting tech … Continue reading →

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Oracle bolsters computer science education | eSchool News

Posted on April 22, 2016 by jdioguardi

Part of $3.3 billion annual investment to advance computer science education and increase diversity in technology fields globally In conjunction with The White House Science Fair 2016, Oracle and The White House recently announced Oracle’s plan to invest $200 million … Continue reading →

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Edhesive

Posted on March 30, 2016 by jdioguardi

An online AP Computer Science course for high schools aligned specifically to College Board’s Advanced Placement Computer Science A Exam. Our unique approach is driven by our belief that online learning has the power to reach all learners regardless of … Continue reading →

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You Can Solve Quantum Mechanics’ Classic Particle in a Box Problem With Code | WIRED

Posted on March 25, 2016 by jdioguardi

RHETT ALLAIN SCIENCE  03.25.16. 2:31 PM. HUMANS HAVE PROBLEMS with quantum mechanics. We have excellent intuition about the motion of a tennis ball tossed in the air, but what about an electron trapped in a box? The tendency is to use … Continue reading →

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CS Fundamentals for grades K-5 | Code.org Code Studio

Posted on March 23, 2016 by jdioguardi

Code.org has developed an elementary school curriculum that allows even the youngest students to explore the limitless world of computing – at no cost for schools. The courses blend online, self-guided and self-paced tutorials with “unplugged” activities that require no … Continue reading →

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Play Tidepool

Posted on March 23, 2016 by jdioguardi

Tidepool, a programmable game world for kids. Source: Play Tidepool – About

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K12CS – A Framework for K-12 Computer Science Education

Posted on March 22, 2016 by jdioguardi

As interest and growth in K-12 computer science education spreads, states and school districts are asking a common question: What do students need to know and be able to do in K-12 computer science? The ACM, CSTA, Code.org, CIC, and NMSI have joined forces with more … Continue reading →

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Robomatter, Inc.

Posted on March 22, 2016 by jdioguardi

Teaching the Language of Innovation At Robomatter, we use the motivational effects of robotics to excite students about computer science, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. ROBOTS and ROBOTICS integrate math, science, engineering, and technology in ways that motivate and excite … Continue reading →

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BBC micro:bit : Want to know a bit more about BBC micro:bit?

Posted on March 22, 2016 by jdioguardi

You can use your BBC micro:bit for all sorts of cool creations, from robots to musical instruments – the possibilities are endless. The micro:bit is a handheld, fully programmable computer being given free to every Year 7 or equivalent child … Continue reading →

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