Computer Science
Computer Science Education in Oklahoma
Having strong STEM subject-area foundations will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to be college and career ready. The Oklahoma State Department of Education collaborates with Oklahoma educators to develop and identify high-quality resources for teachers and districts. Oklahoma resources include the Oklahoma Computer Science Toolkit, guidance documents and research, virtual professional development modules, and access to instructional communities for professional growth.
Page Topics
- Legislative Requirements for Computer Science
- Resources for Administrators and Educators
- Calendar of Professional Learning Opportunities and Events
- Contact a Member of the OSDE Computer Science Team
- STEM Education Main Website (opens a new webpage)
Legislative Requirements for Computer Science and Frequently Asked Questions
Recent legislation (70 O.S. § 11-103.6m) states that beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, all Oklahoma public elementary and middle schools and public elementary and middle charter schools will be required to offer instruction aligned to the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Computer Science (OAS-CS). This statute also states that all public high schools and public charter high schools must offer at least one standalone computer science course.
Answers to frequently asked questions regarding this legislation can be found by accessing this document.
Resources for Administrators and Educators
Guidance Documents and Additional Resources
Below are links to guidance documents and additional resources to support high-quality computer science programs in schools and districts.
Resource Database for Computer Science Teachers
Disclaimer: Links to third-party websites do not constitute an endorsement of the content, viewpoint, accuracy, opinions, policies, products, services, or accessibility of the sites by the OSDE. Curriculum decisions are within the district's/school's discretion. For the list of High Quality Instructional Materials for Computer Science that have been approved by the Oklahoma State Textbook Committee, click here.
Calendar of Professional Learning Opportunities and Events
OSDE Computer Science Contacts
Christine Koerner, Executive Director of STEM Education
Email: Christine.Koerner@sde.ok.gov
Phone: 405-522-5628
Jeremy Maker, Director of Computer Science
Email: Jeremy.Maker@sde.ok.gov
Johnny Bray, Administrative Assistant
Email: Johnny.Bray@sde.ok.gov
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