AP Computer Science Principles Professional Development for Teachers of Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) helps students understand how computing and technology influence the world around them. The AccessCSforAll AP CSP curriculum, based on the Code.org curriculum, is the only accessible version of CSP. We are committed to bringing this course to students with disabilities and examining its effectiveness.

AP CSP is intended to be taken by a wide range of high school students. Algebra I is the only recommended pre-requisite. No previous computer science experience is needed. In 2017, the first year the AP test was offered, about 75% of exam takers passed. The score is comprised of both an exam (60%) and performance tasks (40%), which are projects that students complete over the course of the school year.

AccessCSforAll will hold an AP Computer Science Principles (CSP) Professional Development (PD) workshop for teachers from schools for the deaf Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26, 2019 at the Model Secondary School for the Deaf at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC.

This event will be held at no charge to participants. Travel expenses will be covered. In addition, each participant will receive a $500 stipend and a certificate of completion.

Teachers of any subject are invited to apply to attend the AccessCSforAll PD. Participants will commit to teaching AP CSP at their schools within two years and to provide (1) information about enrollment in the course and (2) feedback on their experience with the curriculum. AccessCSforAll will continue to provide support during the academic year.

Apply here by April 15. Applicants will be notified of their status by late April. Email accesscsforall@uw.edu with any questions. Find more information on our website.