Hands-On Professional Development
3, 6, or 9 hours
Up to 35 teachers per session
No initial experience needed
Transform your educational approach with CodeJoy's Virtual Professional Development!
Our hands-on, flexible learning sessions are designed to meet you wherever you are, fitting seamlessly into your and your teachers' busy schedules. Whether you're new to coding or eager to deepen your expertise, our program makes robotics and coding accessible and relevant across all disciplines.
Our innovative methodology bridges the gap in STEM education, equipping teachers with the skills and confidence to inspire the next generation of learners and innovators.
Pricing:
- 3 hours: $3,500
- 6 hours: $7,000
- 9 hours: $10,500
ANNOUNCING: AI for Educators
Single seat PD available for purchase
Experience the transformative potential of AI in education through our live, virtual professional development session. This 3-hour interactive session is designed specifically for teachers like you who want to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of educational technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow educators and dive into the incredible potential of AI in education!
Project Spotlight: micro:bit Virtual Pet
BBC micro:bit Workshop for Teachers
The BBC micro:bit is a durable and affordable pocket-sized computer that introduces learners to how software and hardware work together. Ideal for ages 8-18, beginner to advanced.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOPICS:
- Components Covered: buttons, LED array, buzzer, light sensor, sounds sensor, accelerometer, radio control, & more
- Concepts Covered: loops, events, pauses, inputs, outputs, variables, lists, randomness, conditional statements, & more
- Projects Covered: Poetry Generator, Starry Night, Dance Party, Emotion Badges, Radio Communicator, Virtual Pet, and more
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Project Spotlight: The Little Bot
Hummingbird Kit Workshop for Teachers
by BIRDBRAIN TECHNOLOGIES
The Hummingbird Kit consists of lights, motors, and sensors which allow students to build a personally meaningful robot out of familiar materials. Ideal for ages 8-18, beginner to advanced.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOPICS:
- Components Covered: LEDs, tri-LEDs, servo motors (position and rotation), light sensor, sound sensor, dial sensor, distance sensor, & more
- Concepts Covered: loops, events, pauses, inputs, outputs, conditional statements, building techniques
- Projects Covered: Tiny Drummer, Mini Windmill, Robot Petting Zoo, Robot Poetry, Little Bot, and more
Project Spotlight: Finch Drawing
Finch Robot 2.0 Workshop for Teachers
by BIRDBRAIN TECHNOLOGIES
The Finch Robot brings computer science to life by providing students an engaging, hands-on representation of their code. Ideal for ages 4-18, beginner to advanced.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOPICS:
Components Covered: wheels, LEDs, buzzer, distance sensor, sound sensor, accelerometer
Concepts Covered: loops, events, pauses, drawing, conditional statements, geometry, math, navigation
Projects Covered: Drawing Shapes, Finch Maze, Finch Dance Party, Finch Tales, Finch Jousting, Vampire Finch, and more
Project Spotlight: Bop Buddy
Python for the micro:bit
Discover the magic of coding through hands-on projects! Join our introductory workshop to seamlessly blend Python with the micro:bit, setting the stage for an engaging and innovative classroom experience!
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOPICS:
Components Covered: buttons, LED array, buzzer, light sensor, accelerometer, radio, & more
Concepts Covered: loops, sleeps, inputs, outputs, variables, lists, randomness, conditional statements, & more
Projects Covered: Bop Buddy, Starry Night, Emotion Badges, Radio Communicator, Make a Musical Instrument, and more
I am ruined for all other online professional development. CodeJoy does such a phenomenal job - engaging, fun, easy to understand, excellent production, THE BEST!
