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)
- Bootstrap Computer Science and Mathematics
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.
AI Guidance for Educators
The Oklahoma State Department of Education has released comprehensive guidance aimed at facilitating the responsible and effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in K-12 schools across the state.
- Guidance and Considerations for Using Artificial Intelligence in Oklahoma K-12 Schools
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The OSDE will provide virtual professional learning opportunities for educators and administrators to learn more about AI in education.
Online Workshops
Dates
Times/Registration Links
Topics
June 11
Understanding the Basics of AI
June 25
AI Tools for Administrators
July 9
AI Literacy
July 25
Creating AI-Infused Lesson Plans
August 20
Understanding the Basics of AI
August 27
AI for Differentiation and Personalized Learning
September 10
AI Tools and Resources
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
Bootstrap Computer Science and Mathematics Integrated Curriculum Implementation Cohort
The Oklahoma State Department of Education is partnering with Bootstrap to equip mathematics teachers with curriculum, pedagogy, and skills to integrate Computer Science into the Pre-Algebra & Algebra 1 sequence, using free Bootstrap materials. Participants will learn, grow, have fun, and engage their students in a mathematics learning experience that connects them to the world of computer science. No previous coding experience is necessary! For more information, visit the Computer Science and Mathematics Integration website.
Contact:
Jeremy Maker, Project Manager of Computer Science
Email: [email protected]
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