Coding
This presentation focuses on the benefits of learning to code and will provide practical lessons on how coding works and its many applications in education. Knowing how to code increases student’s conceptual understanding of algorithm, problem solving and critical thinking. Coding empowers us to do many things that we wouldn’t otherwise be able to do. For example, it can help us build websites, or if you are an educator it can provide you with a valuable tool to help students engage in STEM related subjects. Learning how to code can help us understand our constantly changing technology rich environment.
Link to the session handout:
https://prezi.com/p/8wtgqfmv1lmw/#share
​Meet FAHIMA BACHA
I am currently a High school teacher, I teach mathematics and computer programming and a Doctoral student in the field of Educational Technology Leadership at New Jersey City University.
I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science Engineering, three teaching certificates : mathematics, technology and special education as well as a Novell Engineer certification.
I worked as an adjunct professor and a teacher at Katherine Gibbs College, The Computer School Of New Jersey and The Milton School and I have been teaching mathematics and computer programming at North Bergen High School since 2007.
I have a lifelong passion for mathematics, technology and computer science. I have developed an interest in computer programming. My early exposure to computer programming has helped me acquire important skills that I have been developing throughout the years. I have taught C++, Visual Basic, Java, JavaScript and HTML in various schools and colleges and even now at the high school level. In addition to teaching Algebra and Geometry , which I thoroughly enjoy. I am involved with extracurricular activities such as moderating the North Bergen computer club, coaching First Lego League robotics competitions and teaching computer programming and coding to gifted and talented students.
​Meet LUIS RAMIREZ
My name is Luis Ramirez. I am Teacher of Students With Disabilities providing supplemental instruction to students at Horace Mann School in the North Bergen School District. I provide special education instruction in the areas of Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics. I hold a standard license in Elementary Education, a standard license for Teacher of Students With Disabilities and a supervisor’s certification from the state of New Jersey. I graduated with a Business Management degree from Saint Peter’s College and completed a Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education from New Jersey City University in 2013. I have extensive experience in teaching special education, as well as over a decade of real work experience in the finance sector and transportation management. I am a professional with over twenty-five years of diverse, real world experience in the public and private sector. Currently I am a first year doctoral student at New Jersey City State University enrolled in the Educational Technology Leadership Doctoral Program.