In this interview with Bob Irving, we discuss our emphasis on creative coding/computing for leisure, fostering engagement with coding/CS, improving pedagogy over time, and much more.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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00:00 Intro

00:41 Bob introducing himself

01:06 How Bob transitioned into CS education

03:59 Bob's recommendations for teachers who are new to CS

10:12 How Bob's experience in other subject areas informed his approach to CS education

13:24 Something Bob first believed when working in education that he no longer believes

16:29 What is an engaging learning experience?

20:28 What a typical class looks like

26:55 If Bob were to design a new class...

33:53 What to communicate to administrators

35:41 What Bob wishes there was more reseaarch on

38:04 How Bob continues to refine his teaching

41:23 Where to get inspirations for teaching

43:46 What the field could explore more of

53:07 Where to connect with Bob