I wondered for quite a long time: does only knowing the basics of computer science help to become a better developer? And could it bring value to a developer? If you ask yourself these questions as ...

All young people deserve to learn computer science to unlock future economic opportunities. By embracing computational thinking, students acquire fundamental skills for the 21 st century such as ...

Over the past decade, an explosion of mobile computing has offered new ways for more people to have an impact in their communities. As a result, more people are studying computer science, whether in ...

President Obama used his final State of the Union address Tuesday night to reflect on his legacy. But he also put forth some specific proposals for his remaining year in office. And the very first one ...

UC Scout’s AP Computer Science A course stands out for its flexible pacing, interactive learning tools, and strong academic foundation, making it an excellent option for motivated students seeking a ...

If you gave Shelley Charlton an Excel spreadsheet to maneuver, the high school business teacher could dazzle you. But if you asked her how to solve a problem using the Snap! visual programming ...

Universities across the country are scrambling to understand the implications of generative A.I.’s transformation of technology. Universities across the country are scrambling to understand the ...

November 26, 2025 - Come prepare a meal with the fifth and sixth graders of Pacific Elementary, in Davenport, California, where the district attracts students just for the lunch. Far too often, ...

(Editor’s note: This is the eighth of about a dozen student essays we’ll be publishing for this round of Education Lab’s Student Voices program, which is partnering this year with Project Homeless.

Barry Lawson is a Bates computer science professor who chairs the Program in Digital and Computational Studies. He is also an accomplished multi-instrumentalist who plays mandolin, guitar, and upright ...

Oct. 7—First graders in Jessica Grantland's class at Eastwood Elementary are using robots that look like bumblebees to learn reading, math and basic computer coding skills as part of a program that ...