Hour of Code
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Anyone in SC, especially the Greenville area, who is interested in 21st Century computing is invited to celebrate computer science at Southside High from 5:30 to 7:30 on Dec 12th 2013. There will be displays and demonstrations set up in the hallways with various presentations in classrooms -- something for participants of all ages and interests.
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Learn about exciting career opportunities from tech talent expert and recruiter Blake Coleman. CS is no longer just for math and science geeks. There is a CS related career for everyone including individuals with a passion for the fine arts and humanities. There are even CS opportunities available for students who don't attend college.
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Learn how Computer Science is being used in bio-medical research from Dr Brian Dean of Clemson University
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Hear about exciting computer science educational opportunities, including free opportunities for K-12 students, summer camps, certification courses, college and university offerings.
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Participate in the Hour of Code -- Computer labs will be open for those who wish to do so.
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See how computer science can be taught without computers! We will be demonstrating numerous CS Unplugged exercises.
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See demonstrations of incredible high school student-written Android apps including an app being developed in collaboration with Clemson University for use in an African hospital.
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Watch robots perform
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Admire entries in "We Are the Faces of Computer Science" poster contest with exciting entries from local students.
And much more!
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Sponsored by Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) SC Chapter and Southside High School, for more information contact Tom Rogres at tkrogers@greenville.k12.sc.us . Participating organizations: FGP International, Clemson University, IToLogy, Greenville Technical College, EnTech, and many others. |
