Computer science is too often defined by what it’s not. Students, teachers, and administrators frequently characterize computer science as a discipline dominated by people who stare at screens, ...

This special series focuses on important community issues, innovative solutions to societal challenges, and people and non-profit groups making an impact through technology. by Lisa Stiffler on Nov 1, ...

Supplies for Julie Alano's computer science principles class consist of pipe cleaners, construction paper, markers and straws. Students didn't touch a computer during a recent visit to the Advanced ...

More states are requiring students to take a foundational computer science class to graduate—employing a powerful policy lever to bridge long-standing gender, racial, and socioeconomic gaps in course ...

A student goes over an article in University of Washington’s computer ethics class, taught by Prof. Dan Grossman. Credit: Ken Lambert/The Seattle Times The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education ...

A student takes a class on Raspberry Pi, a credit card-sized single-board computer developed to promote the teaching of basic computer science in schools. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio recently ...

Staying awake for an entire school day is a struggle for most high-schoolers. How is a student to stay alert and engaged while sitting in a boring class after staying up late the night before ...

Educators were cheering over newly released results from the College Board showing significant increases in the number of females, Latino and African-American students who took either the Advanced ...