Hour of Code

Hour of Code--December 8-14

We live in a world surrounded by technology. And we know that whatever field our students choose to go into as adults, their ability to succeed will increasingly hinge on understanding how technology works. But only a tiny fraction of us are learning computer science, and less students are studying it than a decade ago.  Did you know that the number of computer science jobs is rising three times faster than the number of computer science graduates?

That’s why we're inviting you to join in on the largest learning event in history: The Hour of Code, during Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 8-14). Last year, 15 million students tried computer science in one week. This year, we're joining students worldwide to reach 100 million students!

This year, let's make it even bigger. We're asking you to join in for the Hour of Code 2014. Please get involved with an Hour of Code event during Computer Science Education Week, December 8-14, 2014 whether it's at home, in the classroom or with your families let's teach our students critical 21st century skills. We want to ensure that our students are on the forefront of creating technology of the future--not just consuming it.

To participate in Hour of Code 2014, visit code.org for over 20 self paced tasks related to computer programming.  You could also download the apps Kodable, Hopscotch or CargoBot, Tynker or Dasiy the Dinosaur.  Don't forget to register that you participated athourofcode.com/us

Send or post to the blog some of your ideas and pictures for participation.  Let's continue the learning!