A series of questions that youth and adults can ask each other as they get to know each other at the start of a computational thinking activity. The questions start with basic information and move into learning about technology interest and experience.
Sometimes it can be difficult or uncomfortable to collaborate with someone you don't know. This set of questions is a good way to help break the ice in an informal learning setting. The questions can be used as is, tailored for a local community, or scaffolded over time at the start of a series of activities.
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Submitted by:
Erik Carlson, White Plains Public Library
Audience:
Middle school (6-8)
High school (9-12)
Learner Experience w/ CS & CT:
Beginner
Facilitator Type:
Library staff member
Community member
Teen
Facilitator Experience w/ CS & CT:
Beginner
Type of Library:
Public
Tribal
Special
Library Location Type:
Rural
Suburban
Urban
Size:
Very small (< 300 students, < 10k population)
Small (< 500 students, < 24k population)
Medium (< 750 students, < 99k population)
Large (< 1000 students, < 500k population)
Very large (1000+ students, 500k+ population)
Topic:
Unplugged
Program Type & Frequency:
One time session
Requirements:
Technology not required
No cost
Ready to Code Pathway Connection:
Connecting youth interests & youth voice
Demonstrating impact through outcomes
Resource Type:
Lesson plans & activities
Group size:
Small (< 10)
Medium
Large (30+)
