Silicon Valley tech executives aren’t the only ones struggling to close the gender and diversity gap in computer science. Education leaders must also work to shift the paradigm around STEM education. If you agree, pledge to teach more girls about computer science by sharing this post!
Computer science is foundational knowledge for students in the 21st century, and every student should have the opportunity to learn computer science skills. If you’re not a teacher, you can still get involved as a mentor, parent, or advocate. To get started, try these Code.org resources and Girls Who Code tools.
Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani (left) and TED-Ed Innovative Educator Kimberly Lane Clark (right).
Author bio: Kimberly Lane Clark is a TED-Ed Innovative Educator, a Code.org facilitator, and a Blended Learning Specialist in Texas. To read more of her writing, or to sign up for a Code.org training, click here.
via TED-Ed Blog http://blog.ed.ted.com/2017/08/12/this-educator-wants-you-to-teach-more-girls-about-computer-science-are-you-in/
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