[§302A-709]  Computer science teacher development programs.  (a)  The department may enter into a contract or agreement with one or more entities to develop and implement computer science teacher development programs; provided that an entity shall be:

     (1)  An educational agency, including a charter educational agency, or a consortia of educational agencies in the State;

     (2)  An institution of higher education located in the State; or

     (3)  A nationally recognized provider of effective computer science professional development.

     (b)  An entity that intends to enter into a contract or agreement with the department pursuant to this section shall first submit a proposal to the department that, at minimum, shall address how the entity plans to:

     (1)  Instruct teachers with varying levels of knowledge and experience in computer science;

     (2)  Provide teachers with experience in hands-on, inquiry-based practices;

     (3)  Utilize effective practices for professional development;

     (4)  Emphasize the conceptual foundations of computer science;

     (5)  Instruct teachers how to effectively teach students in computer science, including students from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in computer science careers;

     (6)  Adapt its instruction to accommodate the particular needs of teachers in different schools and districts; and

     (7)  Meet other requirements established by the department. [L 2018, c 51, pt of §2]

Cross References

  Computer science; curricula plan; public schools, see §302A-323.