Resources for Computer Science Teachers (CH.10)

What does computer science allow for in education?

• a chance to let the teacher get a break

• a way for students to feel comfortable with teachers

• a high risk-reward ratio

• the use of games to release stress

Why should we teach computer science?

• to give teachers a break

• to let them play games

• to give students some down time

• to prepare students for future jobs

Which is true of computer science?

• only older students understand

• not everyone can do it

• it is intuitive

• it is collaborative

What is computer science instruction in education?

• teaching students how to apply science to other areas

• the use of computers to write reports

• teaching students how to use technology

• a good chance for teachers to take a break

What should teachers do before beginning a lesson in computer science?

• make copies of the presentation

• walk through the lesson

• take a break

• prepare a quiz

In K-12, the role of the teacher is _____, and the teacher _____ information _____.

• active, pulls, from the student

• passive, pulls, from the teacher

• passive, pushes, to the student

• active, pushes, to the student

For college-level, which of the following features is NOT characteristic of the computer science curriculum?

• Advanced Content

• Numerous Choices

• Basic Problem Solving

• Complete Coverage

Which of the following is a characteristic of a computer science curriculum?

• Designed to Teach

• Contains Courses

• Focused on Computer Science

• All of the answers are correct.

Which of the following factors that affect curriculum is concerned with the age of the student?

• Funding

• The Target Audience

• Faculty Interests/Abilities

• Local Business Needs

For K-12, which of the following features is NOT characteristic of the computer science curriculum?

• Advanced Content

• Computer Recognition

• Basic Algorithm Development

• Computer Familiarity