Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to SAM Labs!

  • 2

    Welcome to the course!

    • How to Use This Course

    • Before we begin...
  • 3

    STEAM Pathway

    • Module 1: Recap from Level 1

    • Software Overview: What is SAM Studio?

      FREE PREVIEW

    • Creating Classes & Adding Students to SAM Studio

    • Pairing Tips & Tricks

    • SAM Space Code-A-Long: Disco Ball

    • Module 2: Learning Science, Computational Thinking, & Benefits of Integrated STEAM Education

    • The Learning Science behind the SAM Labs Learning Solution

    • Computational Thinking in the Classroom

    • Computational Thinking Optional Activity

    • Benefits of STEAM Education

    • Module 3: STEAM Course Overview & Resources

    • STEAM 2-5 Starter Lesson 1

    • STEAM K1 Starter Lessons

    • STEAM 2-5 Starter Lessons 2 - 4

    • STEAM Starter Lessons Assignment

    • Behavior Block Deep Dive

    • Behavior Block Assignment

    • STEAM 5E Course Content Overview

    • STEAM Course Content Overview

    • Lesson Deep Dive Assignment

    • Level 2 Certification Assessment (STEAM Pathway)
  • 4

    Learn to Code Pathway

    • Module 1: Recap from Level 1

    • Software Overview: What is SAM Studio?

      FREE PREVIEW

    • Creating Classes & Adding Students to SAM Studio

    • Pairing Tips & Tricks

    • SAM Blockly Code-A-Long: Beating Heart

    • Module 2: Learning Science, Computational Thinking, & Benefits of Integrated STEAM Education

    • The Learning Science behind the SAM Labs Learning Solution

    • Computational Thinking in the Classroom

    • Benefits of STEAM Education

    • Module 3: Learn to Code Course Overview & Resources

    • L2C Course: Where do I begin?

    • Starter Lesson 1

    • Starter Lessons 2 - 4

    • L2C Starter Lessons Assignment

    • Block Directory Deep Dive

    • Block Directory Assignment

    • Lesson Deep Dive Assignment

    • Level 2 Certification Assessment (L2C Pathway)

Additional material

Access various resources that will aid in planning and development within your units.

  • Classroom Management with SAM Labs

    Download materials designed to ensure a smooth implementation, including our Block Directory, our Starter Lesson Guidance, and our Getting Started with micro:bit Guide.

  • Content Hub Resources

    Explore the many resources designed to help with curriculum mapping, such as our Standards-Alignment Maps, Medium-Term Planning Guides, Lessons Overview Guides, and more!

  • PRO-Level: Lesson Builder and Assessment Packs

    For our educators with the Pro Subscription, see how SAM Studio can build interactive lessons, or utilize the adapted versions of our STEAM and Learn to Code Courses for instruction in all classroom settings, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual.

Ignite curiosity. Ask questions. Promote engagement.

See how we help to provide the knowledge, know-how, and mindset to reach your learners' potential for computational thinking.
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