KSU Teach CS

KSU Teach CS: Innovative Methods for Preparing a New Generation of CS Teachers and Students in Ohio

 

Program Overview:

Kent State University has put a priority on positively impacting the number of instructors prepared to teach computer science in Ohio schools. This preparation occurs through both preservice teacher education as well as continuing education for those who are already endorsed or those seeking computer science endorsement.  Through a partnership with the Ohio Department of Higher Education, KSU faculty and staff, and partners, are pleased to offer an innovative program that addresses:

  • No-cost tuition for teachers
  • Flexible scheduling through asynchronous, online coursework
  • Peer support through an innovative cohort model
  • Practical application of CS principles to their teaching
  • Just-in-time training for emergency licensure or continued professional development
  • Recognition of their advanced professional development beyond endorsement

current PROGRAMs 

These programs are filled and there are no spots available. Still interested? See below.

 

 

 

Future PROGRAM Opportunities- KSU Teach CS 2.0

Kent State is applying for a new round of ODHE funding that will support 20 new teachers for the Master’s in Educational Technology with CS endorsement and 20 new teachers for CS endorsement starting June 24, 2024.  This program will not pay for the application to Kent State ($45). But if the grant is funded, and if you are chosen for a scholarship, the entire program will be tuition-free. You will also receive free materials for preparing for the exam and up to (2) times taking the endorsement exam. 

Please note that entrants in either program must have a valid Ohio teaching license; applicants to the endorsement only program must have a master’s degree in educational technology or a related field.

KSU TeachCS 2.0 Tentative Schedules

If you are interested in either program, you have two options. First, you can apply now by going to following the directions here:

  • Visit these links for instructions:
  • Your application must include a written statement that addresses your current and future plans for teaching computer science, particularly noting your interest in using this scholarship to obtain a license to teach computer science.
  • Your application must also include two letters of recommendation; one of those must be from an administrator who is able to address why CS is important to the school/district and the role they see you playing in positively impacting CS in the school/district (i.e., teaching).

The other option is to wait until June 4 and apply after Kent State finds out about the funding.  You can visit this page where an announcement will be made on June 4, 2024.  

If you apply early, you accept the risk that Kent State may not receive the ODHE award. If that happened, you could defer enrollment or find a different source of funding. However, if you do apply early and Kent State is awarded the grant, qualified recipients would be reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis. In other words, you would be first in line to be reviewed for a scholarship.  Conversely, anyone applying after June 4 would still have to pay their application fee and would be placed in line for a scholarship.  

Questions? pd@kent.edu 

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