AP CS Principles (9-12)
Organization: Project Lead The Way
Format: 2 semester course
Description: Using Python® as a primary tool, students learn the fundamentals of coding, data processing, data security, and task automation, while learning to contribute to an inclusive, safe, and ethical computing culture. The course promotes computational thinking and coding fundamentals and introduces computational tools that foster creativity. Computer Science Principles helps students develop programming expertise and explore the workings of the Internet. Projects and problems include app development, visualization of data, cybersecurity, and simulation. PLTW is recognized by the College Board as an endorsed provider of curriculum and professional development for AP® Computer Science Principles (AP CSP). This endorsement affirms that all components of PLTW CSP’s offerings are aligned to the AP Curriculum Framework standards and the AP CSP assessment.
Teacher Profile: No prior CS experience required
PD Profile: Online core training
Cost to School: Core training is $2,400 per teacher. The annual participation fee for PLTW’s Computer Science pathway is $2,200 plus equipment and supplies.
Computer Access: Access for all students
Unique Benefits:
Recognized by the College Board as an endorsed provider of curriculum and professional development for AP® Computer Science Principles (AP CSP)
All PLTW pathways address Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and English Language Arts. Additionally, our computer science pathway aligns to Computer Science Teachers Association Standards.
Eligible for URI concurrent enrollment college credit
REGISTRATION:
To learn more about how to take advantage of CS4RI PD funding, please contact:
Cheryl Rosenberg at crosenberg@pltw.org or 617-785-8544
You cannot register without first contacting Cheryl
