AP Computer Science A

Code.org

Code.org® is dedicated to expanding access to computer science and increasing participation by young women and underrepresented groups.

Introduce students to software engineering and object-oriented design while they learn the Java programming language in this new curriculum for AP® Computer Science A (AP® CSA).

In 2020, underrepresented racial/ethnic groups only made up 15% of AP® CSA exam takers. Female students made up 25%. Code.org�s CSA curriculum incorporates culturally responsive and equitable teaching strategies designed to invite, engage, and empower a rich diversity of students.

With CSA from Code.org, students will:

  • Learn in a user-friendly and visually rich multimedia environment
  • Do software engineering work connected to the real world
  • Analyze open-source code
  • Collaboratively develop algorithms
  • Gain experience writing and making sense of documentation

Professional learning opportunities are also available!

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