The show focuses on providing practical insights, resources, and strategies for K-12 educators looking to integrate computer science (CS) into their curriculum, while also addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in Nebraska's educational landscape.
In this introductory episode of CS4NE Series 5, Kimberly Ingraham-Beck and Guy Trainin preview their upcoming series on the newly revised CSTA PK–12 Computer Science Standards. They discuss how the rise of AI influenced the standards revision process and introduce the five core concepts: Algorithms & Design, Programming, Data & Analysis, Systems & Security, and Computing & Society.
Throughout the series, Kimberly and Guy will break down what each concept means, highlight what has changed, and share practical classroom examples for elementary, middle, and high school teachers. They will also explore strategies for scaffolding computer science instruction for students with disabilities, with a particular focus on supporting all students in meeting Nebraska’s computer science graduation requirements.
30 Apr 2026
CS4NE & AI in the Classroom: AI Generated Instructional Videos
This crossover episode discusses using AI-generated video for instructional purposes and student projects. Kimberly and Guy show short AI-generated Revolutionary War news clips, then use them to highlight the importance of strong prompting, historical accuracy, media literacy, and ethical concerns. Key takeaways include that AI videos are currently short, sometimes inaccurate, and can be costly to generate, but they can spark rich classroom conversations about deepfakes, bias, copyright, historical perspective, and responsible AI use.
29 Apr 2026
CS4NE: Unplugged CS Critical Thinking Puzzles
This CS4NE episode shares unplugged critical-thinking activities that help students practice problem solving beyond coding. Kimberly highlights social deduction puzzles, where students use yes-or-no questions to uncover a hidden story, and rebus puzzles, which challenge students to interpret words and images creatively. The episode emphasizes metacognition, efficient questioning, flexible thinking, and helping students approach problems from new angles.
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