Work-Based Learning for Computer Science

Work-Based Learning for Computer Science (10-12)

Organization: URI

Format: 1 semester course

Description: This course teaches students about the software development process used in industry including units on CS Workplace; Ideation; Design (user experience and user interface design); Implementation (coding and version control); and Testing.

Teacher Profile: No prior CS experience required

PD Profile: 5-day virtual summer workshop and two 1-day follow-up workshops during the school year; school year support

Cost to School: PD/curriculum cost waived

Computer Access: Access for all students

Concurrent Enrollment: Not eligible

Unique Benefits:

  • Counts towards 80 hours of work-based learning