The conference day will include 4 sessions within each of the following tracks:
- Computer Science (Presentations that relate to teaching ICD2O/ICS3x/ICS4x course codes)
- Computer Technology (Presentations that relate to teaching TEJ/TEx course codes)
- Pedagogical Topics (e.g. use of AI, other general CS topics)
- Teaching TAS1/2O: Grade 9/10 Technology & the Skilled Trades
In the past, we had several teachers bring their SHSM students (for their reach ahead), and or students who were interested in CS, or CE. Students had a reduced conference rate, and we are hoping that this year this will happen again. If you are planning on bringing students or you have specific questions about the conference, please email Rob Ceccato directly.
If you are looking for funding, you can always ask your principal, your union, the OTF, and you can also access SHSM funds for this event.
Finally, please share this with your colleagues, school board liaison, department heads, and technology consultants, so we can make this conference our largest one yet!
I look forward to seeing you all on February 22nd 2025 at the conference
About ACSE
The Association for Computer Studies Educators (ACSE) of Ontario is a volunteer-run organization that draws its membership from Computing Education communities across the province. The group includes members from: elementary schools, secondary schools, and colleges/universities.
ACSE supports teachers through its conferences and its online moderated discussion group.
How to join ACSE?
There is no fee to join ACSE.
Membership simply requires the completion of a form indicating your role in Computing Education.
Why join ACSE?
ACSE members represents the priorities and interests of secondary school computing educators with the Ontario Ministry of Education and the Ontario College of Teachers on key issues such as:
- teacher certification and additional qualifications;
- in-service Professional Development (PD) opportunities;
- development of curriculum revisions and educator support resources;
- ACSE also maintains an active membership within the Ontario Teacher’s Federation (OTF) Curriculum Forum
Our mandate is to provide support for educators and students by:
- improving information sharing between: secondary Computer Studies and Engineering teachers and elementary teachers implementing computing education in their classroom;
- facilitating computing education dialogue and information sharing with: colleges/universities, industry partners, and non-profit partners;
- supporting the development and sharing of teaching resources.