Middle School

Middle School Computer Science Course Options:

Choose between any of our sponsored providers to bring free, computer science learning to your school or district.

Code.org

Code.org uses engaging tools, videos, and classroom-tested teaching methods that lower barriers to learning and encourage diversity and equity in the classroom. Over 50 million students have learned with Code.org and Code.org’s immersive professional learning program has prepared over 100,000 CS teachers.

Code.org offers multiple teacher training options to prepare teachers to teach their curriculum, no experience required. You can sign-up today!

Free Asynchronous Online Training
In-Person Training Options (free in some areas)
Self-Guided Options for Students

Computer Science Discoveries (CSD)

Computer Science Discoveries is an introductory computer science course for 6 - 10th grade students. Mapped to CSTA standards, the course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as problem solving, programming, physical computing, user centered design, and data, while inspiring students as they build their own websites, apps, animations, games, and physical computing systems.

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Computer Science Fundamentals - Express (CSF)

For a lightweight option that can be integrated as a unit in an existing technology or programming class, or as an after-school program, Code.org offers the 30-hour Express Course. This course covers all the core concepts from the elementary school curriculum Computer Science Fundamentals, but at an accelerated pace designed for students ages 10 - 18.

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Exploring Generative AI

Empower students with standards-mapped hands-on projects and ethical insights into generative AI, equipping them to think critically and innovate in an AI-driven world.

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ProjectSTEM

ProjectSTEM’s courses are designed to meet the needs of both students and teachers across a broad spectrum of experience and need, from building foundational skills and introducing core computer science concepts to more advanced and rigorous coursework.

ProjectSTEM offers multiple teacher training options to prepare teachers to teach their curriculum, no experience required. You can sign-up today!

Free Asynchronous Online Training (Sign-up Required)
Free Live Online Training

CS Explorations 1: CS Fundamentals in Scratch

CS Explorations 1 is an introductory course based on the MyCS Scratch curriculum that empowers students to engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem solving, and fun. Through a series of real world scenarios, projects and challenges, students are introduced to foundational concepts that they will return to repeatedly throughout the course.

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CS Explorations 2: AI in our World

CS Explorations 2 is an introductory course based on MIT AI curricular resources for K-12 designed to help students explore AI and its far-reaching societal impacts in our world. The course is designed around engaging activities and learning units that integrates CS and computational thinking concepts with ethical design and responsible use, as students explore how these technologies can help solve problems and improve life for themselves and their communities.

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CS Explorations 3: Creative CS

CS Explorations 3 is an introductory CS course designed to support the transition from block-based to text-based programming in Python, through engaging learning units and projects that explores CS as a medium for creation including app design, LED art, music and more. Students also get a chance to explore innovative tools such as AppLab, the Micro:bit Python editor platform and the Earsketch music app, as a means for creative and social expression.

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Experience the benefits of Amazon Future Engineer for you and your students

Teachers at title one schools that sign-up to use Amazon Future Engineer sponsored curriculum receive a paid Computer Science Teachers Association Plus (CSTA+) level membership for 1-year, gain eligibility for our Teacher Ambassador Fellowship Experience, Amazon Future Engineer Teacher and Classroom swag, and obtain first access and opportunities to pilot cutting edge career and computer science exploration offerings from Amazon Future Engineer.

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Real World Exploration in Computer Science

Introduce your students to the careers of the future and the basics of computer science through short learning experiences.

Robotics Fulfillment Center Tour

From our online store to your doorstep, discover how computer science, state-of-the-art engineering, and our incredible Amazonians makes it possible to deliver every customer’s orders, with a virtual tour through Amazon’s Fulfillment Centers.

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Prime Video Sports: Behind the Streams

From the stadium to your device, discover how Prime Video Sports brings the big game to millions of people worldwide, in near-real time.

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AWS Data Center Tour 1:
Uncovering Cloud Computing

Discover how we went from renting movies at the store to streaming from anywhere, at any time, with this free and interactive behind-the-scenes Data Center Career Tour!

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Amazon Music: Careers Behind the Beats

Uncover the computer science behind your favorite songs, from the studio to streaming. Meet the professionals that work together to bring music to millions of listeners worldwide.

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Middle School

Students’ middle years are pivotal in setting their career aspirations. We provide free curriculum and teacher training so all students can learn computer science and explore where a career in technology can lead.