Virtual Meetups: Computer Science and Technology

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is offering professional learning opportunities designed to enhance educators’ skills and knowledge in computer science and technology. The professional learning opportunities include a variety of sessions focused on the Ohio Learning Standards for Technology and Computer Science, high-quality instructional materials, and strategies for integrating technology into core subjects. These sessions will be conducted virtually and are open to all Ohio educators.

Districts, schools, and educators across Ohio are encouraged to attend and use session materials, resources, and recordings. Register below for each session and join using your unique meeting link.

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Professional Learning Offerings:

1. Exploring the 2025 Ohio Learning Standards for Technology
   • Description: This session provides an overview of the 2025 Ohio Learning Standards for Technology, aiming to equip Ohio educators with a clear understanding of the new standards, engage them in meaningful discussions, and provide practical strategies for implementation.
   • Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
   • Time: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
   • Session Slide Deck
2. Unlocking Ohio’s Learning Standards for Technology
   • Description: Gain a deeper understanding of Ohio's Learning Standards for Technology, break down strands and indicators into actionable steps, and explore strategies for aligning instruction with these standards. Engage in collaboration and practical applications to enhance teaching practices.
   • Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
   • Time: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
   • Session Slide Deck
3. Introduction to Ohio’s Learning Standards for Computer Science
   • Description: This session provides an overview of the 2022 Ohio Learning Standards for Computer Science, aiming to equip Ohio educators with a clear understanding of the standards, engage them in meaningful discussions, and provide practical strategies for implementation.
   • Date: Wednesday, June 4 2025
   • Time: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
   • Session Slide Deck 
4. Unlocking Ohio’s Learning Standards for Computer Science
   • Description: Gain a deeper understanding of Ohio's Learning Standards for Computer Science, break down strands and indicators into actionable steps, and explore strategies for aligning instruction with these standards. Engage in collaboration and practical applications to enhance teaching practices.
   • Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
   • Time: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
   • Session Slide Deck
   High Quality Instructional Material Selection in Technology and Computer Science
   • Description: Gain insights into selecting the most effective instructional materials for technology and computer science courses. The Ohio Computer Science and Technology High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) Rubric will be examined, in addition to other tools aimed at enhancing the evaluation and selection process for educational technology and computer science resources. 
   • Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
   • Time: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
   • Session Slide Deck
   
    

Send questions to instructionaltechnology@education.ohio.gov.