ATASC2024

Please bring your own device in order to participate fully; this is a very hands on session! The goal of this session is to help K-12 educators learn about computational thinking (CT), how it differs in some ways and connects in other ways with computer science (CS) and how it can be integrated into a variety of subject areas. Some of the questions and activities will ask you to think about how you might approach things in your own classroom. I’ll provide lots of scaffolding and support to help you create a lesson in your own classroom that involves computational thinking.

Nikki Sanchez, founder of the renowned collective “Decolonize Together,” offers a groundbreaking keynote on how to apply the ideals of decolonization, anti-racism, equity, and inclusivity into everyday praxis for educators.

Drawing from her extensive experience collaborating with diverse organizations, from the YMCA and Warner Brothers, and everyone in between, Sanchez provides a fresh perspective on aligning actions with values to foster thriving cultures and unparalleled success. By weaving together personal anecdotes, empirical evidence, and innovative strategies, Sanchez imbues her audiences with accessible and tangible tools to embark on a journey toward meaningful change, no matter what the starting point.

This keynote offers a transformative vision for creating communities, workplaces, and norms that foster inclusive, progressive and respectful spaces for all. By embracing decolonial approaches and aligning actions with values, organizations can cultivate cultures of belonging where every individual thrives and contributes to collective success, innovation and wellbeing.