January 11 - 14, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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You CAN Code: Turning Non-Coding Teachers into Coding Champions

January 14, 2025
SOUTH 310D
IT Leaders
Join Kelly Schuster- Paredes, a computer science teacher at Pine Crest School and co-host of the Teaching Python Podcast and Dora Palfi, co-founder of imagi, as they share their experiences making coding education more inclusive and accessible. Discover the challenges and triumphs of implementing coding programs in schools and explore concrete tools for making coding tangible for students. This workshop highlights the importance of exposing students to coding early and the crucial role of creativity and building cross-curricular connections in this process. Learn how teachers without a coding background can integrate coding into their curriculum, enhancing students cognitive skills and preparing students for the future. Whether you're a seasoned coding professional or new to technology, this workshop will offer valuable insights and tools for making coding fun and approachable for all teachers and students.
Speakers
Kelly Schuster- Paredes, Computer Science Teacher at Pine Crest School, Co-Host of Teaching Python Podcast - Pine Crest School
Dora Palfi, Founder and CEO - imagi

Reg-Class

Session or All-Access Registrations Required

Session Type

Concurrent Session (45 minutes)

Topic

Computer Science (coding/computational thinking)

Level

Middle School (grades 6-8)

Curriculum Area

Computer Science (Coding/Robotics/etc.)

Endorsements

Future Ready