K-12 Teacher Development

Our center enhances and supports the professional growth of educators by providing hands-on content workshops. We believe that effective educators are lifelong learners and that professional development is an ongoing process of enhancing our understanding of how children develop and learn, advancing our content knowledge and learning new practices.

Computer Science Teacher Workshop

Beyond the Screen: Computer Science with the micro:bit
November 17th – 9:00am - 2:30pm – Lunch Provided
Discover engaging ways to teach computer science using the micro:bit! In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore foundational computer science concepts through interactive programming and physical computing activities that can be easily integrated into the classroom. Teachers will gain practical lesson ideas, classroom-ready resources, and confidence using the micro:bit to support student learning. Each participant will receive a free micro:bit kit to continue exploring and implementing these activities after the workshop.

Fall Ongoing Teacher Training

Fall Teacher Professional Development | October 16, 2026

Join us at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing for a day of professional development focused on engineering, computing and technology education. Choose from sessions on robotics, physical computing, 3D printing, AI in the classroom, esports and more. You’ll gain ideas to bring back to your students and connect with other educators and industry partners.

Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: University of South Carolina, Columbia
Lunch: Networking lunch included
Registration: Register Here

Agenda

Time	Sessions
9:00 a.m.	Welcome and opening session
9:30 a.m.	PLTW Update; Siemens Update; What’s Going On at Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing?
10:45 a.m.	Jam Session: Building a Community Partner Network; VEXAir; Physical Computing: Tangible Concepts for the CS Experience; eSports Toolbox: How to Get Started and How to Keep It Going
Noon	Networking lunch
12:45 p.m.	From School to Work: A Student Pathway; Support and Strategies for RECF Event Partners; Restorative Practices; Robots Don’t Matter: Process Over Product
2:00 p.m.	Sketch to CAD: 3D Printing for STEAM Projects; AI for the CS Teacher: Rubrics and Grading; Smart Systems: Using Sensors to Make the Difference
3:00 p.m.	Sessions conclude

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