Data Science and Computational Thinking in Education Training Course

Data Science and Computational Thinking in Education Training Course

Intermediate | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Data Science and Computational Thinking in Education Training Course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual) USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview:

This 5-day course provides an introduction to data science concepts and computational thinking in education. Participants will explore how to teach data analysis, coding, and problem-solving skills to students in STEM subjects, preparing them for data-driven industries.

Course Duration:
5 days

Target Audience:

  • STEM educators
  • Data science instructors
  • Educational technology specialists
  • School administrators

Personal Impact:

  • Develop skills in teaching data science and computational thinking.
  • Learn how to integrate coding and data analysis into STEM lessons.
  • Enhance your ability to prepare students for careers in data-driven industries.
  • Gain hands-on experience in developing data science lessons.

Organizational Impact:

  • Strengthen the school’s STEM program with data science and computational thinking skills.
  • Prepare students for future careers in tech, data, and related industries.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and problem-solving in classrooms.
  • Increase student engagement through real-world data projects.

Course Objectives:

  • To introduce participants to data science and computational thinking concepts.
  • To equip educators with practical skills for teaching data analysis and coding.
  • To develop strategies for integrating data science into STEM education.
  • To provide hands-on experience with data science tools and coding platforms.
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Course Modules

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Data Science and Computational Thinking

  • Overview of data science and its importance in STEM education
  • Key concepts in computational thinking for students
  • Case Study: Data science in K-12 STEM education

Module 2: Teaching Data Science Skills

  • Techniques for teaching data analysis and visualization to students
  • Tools and platforms for introducing data science in the classroom
  • Real-Life Project: Developing a data science lesson for STEM students

Module 3: Coding and Computational Thinking in STEM

  • Teaching coding and programming through real-world problem-solving
  • Best practices for integrating coding into STEM subjects
  • Case Study: Coding projects that enhance computational thinking

Module 4: Implementing Data-Driven Projects in STEM

  • Designing data-driven projects for students
  • Encouraging student collaboration and problem-solving using data
  • Real-Life Project: Developing a data-driven project for students

Module 5: Future Trends in Data Science and STEM Education

  • Advanced techniques in data science education
  • Recent innovations in teaching computational thinking and coding
  • Case Study: Designing a data science and computational thinking curriculum
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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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