Bridging the Encouragement Gap in Computing
There is consensus among researchers that encouragement matters and plays a critical role in engaging more young women and girls in computing. Here are some
Computer Science Is for Everyone: A toolkit for middle and high schools to increase diversity in computer science education
Schools across the country and around the world are working to increase access to quality CS education. But while CS classes and opportunities are expanding,
Computer Science Professional Development Guide
Three out of five schools in the U.S. do not offer computing courses that include programming or coding, yet we know that computing jobs are
Enrich PK-8 Computing Education
Student influencers such as formal and informal educators and parents are eager to direct students to viable education opportunities in computing. Consider these key points
How Can You Engage A Diverse Range of Girls in Technology?
Culturally Responsive Computing (CRC) programs help educators connect computing curriculum to the interests, prior experiences, and needs of students diverse in race, class, ability, and
How Do You Introduce Computing in an Engaging Way?
Engage students not already drawn to computing by creating academic and social environments where these students feel like they belong. Students respond positively to solving
NCWIT Engagement Practices Framework
The NCWIT Engagement Practices Framework outlines actions faculty can take in their classrooms and beyond to help broaden participation in computing. It is organized around
NCWIT Tips: 8 Ways to Give Students More Effective Feedback Using a Growth Mindset
Effective feedback gives students the information they actually use to increase their learning and improve their performance. It should employ a “growth mindset” that focuses
Top 10 Ways of Recruiting High School Women into Your Computing Classes
Recruiting diverse students to computing requires that you spark their interest, build their confidence they can succeed, create a community where they feel like they
Top 10 Ways to Engage Underrepresented Students in Computing
These tips will help you to engage students in your computing courses and retain them in the major. These ideas and examples are drawn from
Top 10 Ways You Can Retain Students in Computing
This brief, easy-to-share resource highlights the top ten evidence-based ways to retain undergraduate students in computing. Related resource: EngageCSEdu: Foster diversity in your introductory computer
Virtual Classroom Décor for Computer Science and Tech Educators
Inspired by teachers creating Bitmoji virtual classrooms, NCWIT has assembled a set of interactive elements to help teachers make all students feel welcome and to
