Teacher Preparation
Teacher preparation is at the heart of our efforts. By equipping teachers with the skill sets and confidence to provide high-quality computer science (CS) education, the UF College of Education is transforming the state’s capacity to foster its technology economy and positioning Florida to meet current and future workforce demands. We have created the following comprehensive suite of seamless options for teachers to engage in CS education learning.
CS/AI Microcredentials
Our microcredentialing program leads to a deeper understanding of CS education and how it intersects with a variety of K-12 subjects. Created with pre-service teachers in mind, the courses are designed to be self-paced investigations in some of the most important topics in K-12 CS education today. Complete a course and earn a digital badge that you can proudly display on your email signature, resume, social media, and more!
CS/AI Content Integration
CS/AI integration incorporates CS concepts, principles, and practices into other disciplines within the curriculum for meaningful learning. At the University of Florida, CS integration serves as an on-ramp for pre-service teachers to gain exposure and confidence with the subject matter. Our team believes that CS is a discipline that can be integrated into a variety of subjects across grade levels. Additionally, research has shown that CS can help students develop problem-solving skills as well as deepen their understanding of subject matter content.
We are actively working with faculty members within the university’s early childhood, elementary and secondary education programs to integrate CS within existing courses. Through this work our team is helping the next generation of teachers to bring CS into their classrooms regardless of subject matter concentration.
Degree Programs
We offer programs for current undergraduate students as well as in-service teachers looking to earn graduate credit and expand their professional practice.
Program Support
We provide support for students enrolled in our UF degree programs, to help every student achieve their personal and professional CS education goals.
