SXSW EDU 2020
Rewiring CS Education for the Future of Work
Description:
The breakneck pace of technological change has left schools scrambling to build computer science programs fast enough to meet growing workforce demand. But are these new programs actually addressing the right challenges? Is there enough critical thinking and empathy in our computer science curricula? Join educators and major Silicon Valley employers to learn where the tech industry's real (and surprising) skill gaps are, and how new approaches are emerging to close them.
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Takeaways
- Understand the economic and labor market mega trends that are driving demand for computer science education.
- Evaluate the landscape of computer science education at the K-12 and postsecondary levels, including curriculum, pedagogy, and historical context.
- Discuss the role of new and emerging education providers in reimagining computer science education to provide a more well-rounded experience.
Speakers
- Jeremy Rossmann, Co-Founder, Make School
- Lori Gracey, Executive Director, Texas Computer Education Association
- Jake Baskin, Executive Director, Computer Science Teachers Association
- Erick Sanchez, Software Engineer, Google
Organizer
Ben Watsky, Chief of Staff, Whiteboard Advisors
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