The new videos help demystify artificial intelligence in language anyone can understand! — Code.org — in partnership with ETS, ISTE, and Khan Academy — is excited to announce the release of new videos in our “How AI Works” series, both starring OpenAI CTO Mira Murati and Runway CEO Cristobal Valenzuela. These videos are specifically designed to provide viewers with a comprehensive understanding of…

The sessions are designed to help educators bring AI to their classrooms safely and equitably. — Momentum around artificial intelligence (AI) continues to accelerate, captivating society with its generative capabilities. As AI becomes even more prevalent, the K-12 education community needs to embrace it and equip educators and students with the knowledge and skills to utilize it effectively and responsibly.

Code.org has updated its policy recommendations to include a requirement for every student to take computer science to receive a high school diploma. — Artificial intelligence has increased the urgency to ensure our students are adequately prepared for a rapidly changing world. It is no longer sufficient for students to know how to use technology; they must be creators and thoughtful contributors. Several states have recognized this imperative and require students to take computer…

Updates to CSC, CSP, CSD, and more — plus a new curriculum catalog and redesigned Teach page to help you find it all! — Every year, Code.org updates its curriculum offerings — but for the 2023–2024 school year, our team has really outdone itself! In addition to major updates to CS Principles and CS Discoveries, we’re thrilled to announce seven new modules as part of CS Connections! Plus, we’ve redesigned the Teach page and…

Add coding to your existing math, science, and ELA classes with these new learning experiences. — Code.org is excited to announce the latest additions to our CS Connections curriculum! Intended for grades 3–5, CS Connections is a comprehensive curriculum that seamlessly integrates computer science (CS) into various subjects, such as math, English language arts, science, and social studies. …

PISA has a new test; countries can prepare by prioritizing computer science. — As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, how we educate students should evolve accordingly — including making computer science a core subject. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) recognizes the importance of computational thinking and computer science and, in a groundbreaking move, plans to adapt its…

In this new series of videos and lessons, Code.org and Coinbase partner to inspire the next generation of innovators. — As blockchain technology continues to grow in popularity, it’s increasingly important for students to learn about its potential impact on society. Code.org, in partnership with Coinbase, is taking the lead in providing basic blockchain education to K-12 students through our new series, “How Blockchain Works.”

EY collaborates with Code.org and Microsoft to promote ocean education through the application of AI, machine learning, and coding for World Oceans Day 2023. — The preservation and protection of our oceans is critical for the world’s future. To raise awareness and interest in this issue in advance of World Oceans Day on June 8, the global EY organization — a leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services — has teamed up with Microsoft…

We’re working to safely and equitably bring AI education and AI tools into every classroom. — When ChatGPT launched, I showed it to my children, and my 16-year-old immediately asked, “Can I use this for homework?” Before I could answer, he added, “Wait, what’s the point of school if this can do it all?” Educators are coping with questions like these globally, often banning access to…