Posts by Sam Patterson
Coding for K12: A useful teaching tool for all teachers
What is code is doing in our classes, and how can we, as teachers, respond to the public pressure to code in a way that serves our highest pedagogical goals?
Listen to EpisodeCreating Authentic Learning Experiences through #Programming and @Arduino
In this episode of Beyond the Hour of Code I share some of the projects I am currently working on to develop my own skills and confidence.
Listen to EpisodeTeaching Programming to our PreReaders: How can Coding Teach Students to Read?
Ever since I discovered that my pre-reading students could code using leveled apps like Kodable and The Foos, as well as open studio apps like Scratch Jr, I have worked to figure out how this fun and engaging challenge could be linked to literacy instruction.
Listen to EpisodeUsing Robots in your Elementary Makerspace
Learning with robots through programming and group work is a very kinesthetic form of learning. Understanding the roles a robot can play will help you design engaging and meaningful lesson.
Listen to EpisodeWhat can we Teach Through Coding and Programming Activities?
Welcome to episode 2 of Beyond the Hour of Code, a podcast to help teachers do great work. In this episode, we take on a couple of the big ideas we need to use code the best way possible for our elementary students.
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