In this episode I unpack the Kapor Center’s (2021) publication titled “Culturally responsive-sustaining computer science education: A framework,” which describes multiple courses of action for six core components of culturally responsive-sustaining CS education.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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00:00 Intro

01:11 Paper introduction

02:37 Two main elements in this framework

04:16 Six core components

05:04 acknowledge racism in CS and enact anti-racist pracitces

06:24 create inclusive and equitable classroom cultures

07:29 Pedagogy and curriculum are rigorous, relevant, and encourage sociopolitical critiques

08:36 Student voice, agency, and self-determination and prioritized in CS classrooms

09:30 Family and community cultural assets are incorporated into CS classrooms

10:37 Diverse professionals and role models provide exposure to a range of CS/tech careers

12:30 Lingering questions and thoughts

12:38 What isms, phobias, or inequalities exist within the communities you work in?

15:05 Outro