Digital Readiness Training



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All students, regardless of career path, will benefit from learning CS concepts and practices allowing them to better understand the world around them, improve their logical reasoning, problem solving, and creativity.

The Tennessee K-8 Computer Science Standards are designed to be used within and across all content areas in order to enhance learning and ultimately inspire students to take ownership of their own academic success.

Computer Science (CS) is one of the fastest growing industries and computer programmers are needed within every field, including: 

  • healthcare 
  • engineering
  • manufacturing

The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education, will be hosting virtual Digital Readiness Workshops this summer to prepare educators to engage their students in standards-aligned CS lessons, using both plugged and unplugged activities to support instruction.

What will I learn?

Educators will learn innovative ways to integrate the K-8 CS Standards into their current lessons and activities. Counselors and administrators will explore how to support their teachers and computer science learning at the building level.

Workshop Details & Logistics

  • Grade bands: K-2, 3-5, 6-8
  • Additional courses: Counselor & Administrator Sessions
  • Date/Time: June 1-30
  • Asynchronous, self-paced course
  • Estimated 8 hours to complete
  • Platform: EdX online
  • Receive 8 hours of professional development for course completion

Registration

Registration for the 2022 summer workshops is now closed.

Please come back for the 2023 summer workshops.

Registration is Closed

FAQ's

Do you have questions? We have answers.

  • Are these trainings only open to classroom-level, certified teachers?

    Any K-8 educator may register for these trainings. There are also sessions specifically designed for administrators and counselors.

  • How much do these trainings cost?

    Registration for the online course is free. The course takes approximately 8 hours to complete. Teachers will receive 8 PDP credits

  • How are participants selected for this training?

    Registration occurs on a first-come, first-serve basis. A wait-list will be created after registration is full for each grade band. 

  • What curriculum tools will I learn?

    Educators experience various activities using relevant resources developed by reputable organizations like Code.org as well as those created by Tennessee teachers for TN classrooms. Additionally, teachers can earn 6 additional hours credit by registering for a free Code.org Computer Science Fundamentals Introduction course. This training will teach the basics of using Code.org resources in the classroom with and without computers.

  • How can I register for Digital Readiness and Code.org trainings?

    Registration for Digital Readiness Training is on this page. Registration for Code.org Computer Science Fundamentals Introduction course is located on on the Code.org page. The training is free and is a live, online workshop that runs from 9:00 - 3:30 EST on the date registered. Registration is separate but highly encouraged.

  • Can I still register if I attended the Digital Readiness training last year?

    Yes, while there will be some repeated material, the majority of the learning activities contain new content.

What is Digital Readiness?

Watch this brief video to learn more about what Digital Readiness means for you, your classroom, and your students.