[§302A-709] Computer science teacher development programs.

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(a)The department may enter into a contract or agreement with one or more entities to develop and implement computer science teacher development programs; provided that an entity shall be:

(1)An educational agency, including a charter educational agency, or a consortia of educational agencies in the State;

(2)An institution of higher education located in the State; or

(3)A nationally recognized provider of effective computer science professional development.

(b)An entity that intends to enter into a contract or agreement with the department pursuant to this section shall first submit a proposal to the department that, at minimum, shall address how the entity plans to:

(1)Instruct teachers with varying levels of knowledge and experience in computer science;

(2)Provide teachers with experience in hands-on, inquiry-based practices;

(3)Utilize effective practices for professional development;

(4)Emphasize the conceptual foundations of computer science;

(5)Instruct teachers how to effectively teach students in computer science, including students from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in computer science careers;

(6)Adapt its instruction to accommodate the particular needs of teachers in different schools and districts; and

(7)Meet other requirements established by the department. [L 2018, c 51, pt of §2]

Cross References

Computer science; curricula plan; public schools, see §302A-323.