The purpose of the graduate-level Computer Science Endorsement Program is to strengthen and enhance candidates' competencies for teaching computer science and computational thinking skills in grades P-12. Individuals who earn this endorsement are in-field to teach computer science curriculum in grades P-12.

This program is aligned to the Computer Science Endorsement Standards, as outlined by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission in Rule 505-3-.86. The standards seek to develop candidates' knowledge and skills in the following areas:

  1. CT Skills for Problem Solving;
  2. Third Generation Programming Languages;
  3. Computer Systems & Organization;
  4. Networks & Internet;
  5. Digital Artifacts, Data Analysis, Modeling & Simulation;
  6. Security, Privacy, and Safety;
  7. CT-Integrated Unit Planning for Diverse Audiences; and
  8. Partnerships and Educational Programming for Robust CS Programs.

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Provided through a collaboration of 在线博彩 faculty of computer science (CACSI) and instructional technology (COE), the proposed program consists of a 4-course sequence of a total of 12 credit hours:

  • CS-5210: Programming Fundamentals,
  • CS-6311: Program Construction 1,
  • MEDT-7499: Methods & Strategies for CT-integrated Learning, and
  • CS-5310: Principles of CS

The purpose of the Computer Science Endorsement Program is to strengthen and enhance current Georgia teachers' competencies for teaching computer science skills in grades P-12. As a result of completing this program, students will be credentialed to teach computer science in grades P-12.

The endorsement can be completed as a stand-alone program.

Program Location

Online

Method of Delivery

Fully Online Only

Accreditation

The University of West Georgia is accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Credit and transfer

Total semester hours required: 12