C-STEM Online Professional Development provides teachers with guided practice for learning how to teach using C-STEM Curriculum, RoboBlocky, and C-STEM Studio. Online professional development is being made free for teachers who are transitioning to online distance learning models. Each PD lasts 1-2 hours and is conducted entirely online, so you can stay healthy and participate from your computer at home.
In addition to online PD, we are also conducting Engaged Learning Spotlight webinars. Click here to learn more.
If you would like us to conduct a professional development for teachers in your school or district, please contact us.
Online Professional Development Events
Teaching K-12 Coding, Robotics, and Math Online
with C-STEM Curriculum and RoboBlocky Part 1
Learn how to teach K-12 Coding, Robotics, and Math Online with C-STEM Math-ICT Curriculum and RoboBlocky. Gain first-hand experience utilizing pre-built ready to go standards-aligned activities and assignments. Discover how to provide online instruction, practice, and grading. This session will cover
- Learning how to use RoboBlocky, an online block-based coding and robotics environment for learning coding, robotics, art, and math.
- Exploring over 1,000 ready-to-go activities included in RoboBlocky.
- Making learning fun with customizable robot models, backgrounds, and sounds.
- Using a class, enrolling students, completing assignments, and grading student work.
- Creating music with a piano and robots.
- Discover connections between coding, robotics, and common core math.
- Practice using free online resources for teaching K-12 via distance learning.
Space is limited, so register soon!
For more thorough and rigorous Professional Development, our Summer Institutes and Workshops will be offered as online PD sessions to follow social distancing guidelines while continuing to support educators. More details here.
| Monday, April 13, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
| Monday, April 20, 2020 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Closed |
| Monday, April 27, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
| Monday, May 4, 2020 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Closed |
| Monday, May 11, 2020 10:00am – 11:30 am | Closed |
| Monday, May 18, 2020 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Closed |
| Monday, May 25, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
Teaching K-12 Coding, Robotics, and Math Online
with C-STEM Curriculum and RoboBlocky Part 2
This session extends the materials learned in Part 1 by focusing on resources and tools available for Grades K-12 teachers to facilitate online instruction of Math, Art, Music, Coding, and Robotics with RoboBlocky . Participants will learn how to use several tools and components of RoboBlocky to facilitate learning of coding, robotics, and math (such as Linear Equations, Geometric Transformations, Functions, Shapes, and Points in a Coordinate Plane, animations, and much more) as well as create a class and assignments for their students. Topics will include:
- Introduction to C-STEM Math-ICT Curriculum (Course Outlines, Sample Programs, Activities, Teaching PowerPoints, and Video Lessons)
- Bringing core concepts to life through coding and robotics, simulations, and interactive activities.
- Creating animations, art, and music for interactive activities.
- RoboBlockly Classroom Management Portal for enrolling students and creating activities
- Introduction to C-STEM Studio, Ch Linkbot Controller, and RoboSim
Space is limited so register soon.
For more thorough and rigorous Professional Development, our Summer Institutes and Workshops will be offered as online PD sessions to follow social distancing guidelines while continuing to support educators. More details here.
| Wednesday, April 15, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
| Wednesday, April 22, 2020 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Closed |
| Wednesday, April 29, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
| Wednesday, May 6, 2020 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Closed |
| Wednesday, May 13, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
| Wednesday, May 20, 2020 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Closed |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:00am – 11:30am | Closed |
More PD will be scheduled soon. Contact us if you would like to schedule a custom-tailored Online PD or suggest topics.
Past Online PD
Beginner’s Introduction on Conducting a Lesson Online with C-STEM
March 27, 2020 1:30pm – 3:30pm
This two-hour Online Professional Development will go through the full process of creating and delivering an online lesson for your students. Learn how to create your virtual classroom to facilitate a distance learning lesson using the C-STEM program. We will discuss structure for files, video instruction, and assignments as well as how to provide remote support, guidance, and feedback. This will be a guided practice, so please be prepared with a relevant assignment or activity for your students, as well as a microphone and optional webcam.
Space is limited, so register soon!
Closed
How to Teach Grades K-5 Online with RoboBlockly
April 6, 2020 10:30am – 11:30am
This hands-on, interactive online workshop will guide K-5 teachers and coordinators through strategies for online teaching with RoboBlocky. We will work through several activities together including:
- Setting up a RoboBlocky Account
- Choosing Activities for your Students
- Introduction to Coding on RoboBlocky
- Solving Problems in Compliance with Common Core K-5 Math Standards on RoboBlocky
- Practice Activities and Examples on RoboBlocky
Space is limited, so register soon!
Closed
How to Teach Grades 6-8 Online with RoboBlocky
April 7, 2020 10:00am – 11:00am
This hands-on, interactive online workshop will guide grades 6-8 teachers and coordinators through strategies for online teaching with RoboBlocky. We will work through several activities together including:
- Setting up a RoboBlocky Account
- Choosing Activities for your Middle School Students
- Introduction to Coding on RoboBlocky for Middle School Students
- Solving Problems in Compliance with Common Core Grade 6-8 Math Standards on RoboBlocky
- Practice Activities and Examples on RoboBlocky for Middle School Students
Space is limited, so register soon!
Closed
How to Teach Grades 7-12 Online with C-STEM Studio and Ch Professional
April 8, 2020 10:00am – 11:00am
This hands-on, interactive online workshop will guide grades 7-12 teachers and coordinators through strategies for online teaching with C-STEM Studio. We will work through several activities together including:
- Installing C-STEM Studio and Activating Ch Professional
- Choosing Activities from C-STEM Coding, Robotics, and Math Curriculum
- Structuring your Online Files and Assignments
- Hands-On Activities and Examples using RoboSim for Linkbot Simulation
Space is limited, so register soon!
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How to use Robot Simulations for Hands-On Learning of Coding, Robotics, and Math
April 10, 2020 10:00am – 11:00am
Learn how to simulate robots using C-STEM Studio and RoboSim. This hands-on, interactive online workshop will guide K-12 teachers through setting up and using RoboSim, a 3D Robot Simulator.
- Starting RoboSim and connecting it to your Linkbot programs
- Simulating multiple robots
- Creating obstacle courses and challenge tasks
- Practicing RoboPlay Challenge Competition Tasks
Space is limited, so register soon!
Closed
Self-Guided Learning Resources
There are numerous resources available for self-guided learning at your own pace.
- RoboBlocky Tutorials and Video Lessons
- RoboBlockly Free Curriculum
- C-STEM Studio and Ch Professional
- Video Lessons
Summer Professional Development
- Summer Institute on Bringing Math, CS, and STEAM Education to Life
- Summer Academy on Hands-on, Interactive Learning for K-6 Teachers
- Summer Workshop on Arduino and Sensor Based Robotics
