COMPUTER SCIENCE CAREER CHALLENGE

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This session introduces Explorers to the wide array of computer science jobs, programming languages and education requirements through a web-based Jeopardy-style game format.

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PREPARATION

 

  • Connect to the web-based Computer Science Career Challenge game by clicking playfactile.com/exploringresources
  • The game host should familiarize himself or herself with the web-based Jeopardy-style game, particularly the scoring process, before starting the game with
  • OPTIONAL: Secure prizes for the winning team(s)
  • Set up room with computer, projector, screen, team tables and team
  • Allow Explorers to study these notes before playing the game:

www.computerscience.org/careers

Objectives

  • List 5-9 careers within the computer science industry
  • Identify 5-10 computer programming languages

Supplies

  • Computer with internet access, projector, and screen

Advisor Note

Text in italics should be read aloud to participants. As you engage your post in activities each week, please include comments, discussions, and feedback to the group relating to Character, Leadership, and Ethics. These are important attributes that make a difference in the success of youth in the workplace and in life.

Activity 1

Computer Science Career Challenge

? Designate a game host (who will click questions and scores on the web-based game) and a time keeper. Both of these roles should be filled by adult leaders or tenured Explorers.
? Determine whether or not you will allow Explorers to use smartphones to search for answers during the game.
? Explain the following rules of the game:
1. Each team should select an announcer. This person will announce their team’s final answer for each question.
2. Each team will have 10 seconds to decide on their final answer. Only the announcer’s verbal answer will be counted.

Advisor Note

Some sample questions are below. They are designed to help the participants apply what they have

learned to their own interests. You are welcome to use these questions or develop your own questions that relate to your post or specific focus area.

Reflection

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