In this episode of "CS4NE - Computer Science for Nebraska," hosts Guy Trainin and Kimberly Ingraham-Beck discuss the benefits of using CodeHS for teaching computer science. After attending the ISTE and CSTA conferences, Kimberly shares insights from an interview with Steve Gardner, the Chief Revenue Officer of CodeHS. They explore CodeHS’s offerings, including their comprehensive K-12 curriculum, the alignment with Nebraska standards, and the flexibility of their platform, which allows for both free and paid versions. The hosts also dive into a hands-on demonstration of CodeHS, showcasing the platform's features, including cybersecurity, cryptography, and system administration modules, and the ability to assign courses to individual students based on their progress. This episode provides valuable insights for educators looking to enhance their computer science teaching with a flexible and responsive curriculum platform.
