What do
Shake It Off,
Mastermind, and
Anti-Hero have in common with computer science? More than you might think! In this engaging and interactive session, we'll explore how Taylor Swift's music, lyrics, and Eras can be used as creative entry points for teaching computer science concepts such as algorithms, debugging, sequencing, pattern recognition, perseverance, collaboration, and problem-solving. Designed with elementary educators in mind, this session demonstrates how pop culture can make computational thinking more accessible, relatable, and memorable for students. Participants will leave with classroom-ready activities, lesson ideas, and a new perspective on integrating computer science across the curriculum—Taylor's Version.
Audience: Elementary Teachers, STEM/CS Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Technology Integrationists
Takeaways:- Connect computer science concepts to familiar pop culture themes
- Explore engaging, student-friendly ways to teach computational thinking
- Discover ready-to-use activities for coding, problem-solving, and debugging
- Learn strategies for integrating CS into literacy, music, and classroom culture
Tagline:"It's me, hi, I'm the CS teacher, it's me." 💜💻🎤
