{"id":130329,"date":"2022-12-06T17:32:44","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T17:32:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.microsoft.com\/?p=447838"},"modified":"2022-12-06T17:32:44","modified_gmt":"2022-12-06T17:32:44","slug":"celebrate-dec-5-11-csed-week-with-microsoft-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2022\/12\/06\/celebrate-dec-5-11-csed-week-with-microsoft-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Dec. 5-11 CSEd Week with Microsoft Education"},"content":{"rendered":"

Computer science (CS) shapes how people live and work. From designing mobile games played by millions to exploring new renewable energy solutions, technology is transforming our world, and to build technology solutions, you need to know computer science. Its prevalence and value make CS an important instructional topic in all K-12 classrooms as well as a potential career opportunity for high school graduates. Research indicates that coding activities result in higher test scores in reading and math<\/a>, and the number of computer science job openings is expected to grow 15% from 2021 to 2031 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>. Realizing the transformative role of computer science begins with K-12 education and increasing student interest at a young age. Microsoft is committed to providing equitable, accessible, and engaging computer science education experiences for all students.<\/p>\n

From December 5-11, classrooms around the world will celebrate Computer Science Education Week<\/a> (CSEdWeek) by participating in an Hour of Code. The goal of this global call-to-action is to inspire K-12 students to explore and learn computer science. Packed with exciting opportunities for students to exercise their creativity, CSEdWeek and Hour of Code are two of the largest education events with millions of participants worldwide.<\/p>\n

To celebrate this year\u2019s CSEdWeek and Hour of Code, Microsoft Education is leading the charge with exciting, new learning resources<\/a> that are guaranteed to energize students and educators. Whether it is building retro-style games in MakeCode\u2019s Code a Carnival<\/a> or using code to solve mysterious puzzles in Minecraft\u2019s new Hour of Code: Escape Estate<\/a>, students will have fun, gain valuable skills, and learn through engaging activities. Plus, these resources include embedded training and support so that everyone succeeds. Educators can also develop their own CS skills during collaborative events like Flip\u2019s Creating Equity in Computer Science<\/a> and this live event<\/a> with Minecraft gamechangers!<\/p>\n

Kick off CSEdWeek and Hour of Code with Microsoft Education!<\/p>\n

Use coding to solve puzzles in Minecraft Hour of Code: Escape Estate<\/h2>\n

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Escape from Dr. Breakowski\u2019s mysterious mansion by dawn in an all-new Hour of Code tutorial and free demo lesson from Minecraft: Education Edition. With block-based and Python coding pathways for novice and expert coders alike, Escape Estate<\/a> invites students to use code to solve puzzles that unlock secret passageways, hidden clues, and trap doors. It\u2019s a fun, easy-to-teach lesson designed to teach anyone the basics of computational thinking in under an hour.<\/p>\n

Teach with Hour of Code<\/h3>\n

Minecraft Hour of Code offers resources for educators including lesson plan and facilitation guides<\/a>, a free teacher<\/a> training on Microsoft Learn, solution guide<\/a> for each coding challenge, and a walkthrough video<\/a>. You can even download PowerPoint slides<\/a> to introduce Hour of Code: Escape Estate to your learners and Digital flyers<\/a> for promoting Hour of Code in your school or organization. Students will receive the Hour of Code completion certificate at the end of the lesson.<\/p>\n