Computer Science Standards: State Boards Writing The Code For A Network Of Success

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Computer Science: Industry Potential• The U.S. has over half a million unfilled computing

jobs.

• Computing jobs are projected to grow at 2x the rate of any other job over the next 10 years.

• Like History, Math or English, Computer Science is recognized by educators and parents alike as a critical skill for career readiness.

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Will Our Labor Force Be Ready?• Most states have not yet adopted computer science

learning standards.

• Only 25% of schools teach computer science at all.

• With no foundational support for students to succeed in the field of computer science, our nation will fail to capitalize on this important industry trend.

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State Boards Are The Answer• 45 state boards of education have authority to design

and implement education standards.

• While nearly all stakeholders recognize that computer science is a key component of a well rounded education, only five states have set computer science standards.

• The convergence of these two realities pose an unprecedented opportunity to channel the flood waters of innovation.

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Forming Coalitions For The Future• Two front-line efforts collaborating with states to lay

foundational computer science standards:

• A “K-12 Computer Science Framework,” being developed by Code.org and their partners (including 13 states).

• A report on identifying and guiding students toward curriculum pathways that lead to computer science jobs, being developed by The Southern Regional Education Board and their partners.

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This Panel Will Discuss:• What Needs To Be Done To Adopt Computer Science

Standards In All Schools

• The Benefits of Students Learning Computer Science

• Best Practices and Lessons Learned for States and Districts Looking To Adopt Computer Science Standards