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INSPIRED computing academies for middle school students: lessons learned

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TAPIA '09: The Fifth Richard Tapia Celebration of Diversity in Computing Conference: Intellect, Initiatives, Insight, and Innovations

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If we are to attract more women and minorities to computing we must engage students at an early age. As part of its mission to increase participation of women and underrepresented minorities in computing, the Increasing Student Participation in Research Development Program (INSPIRED) conducts computing academies for middle school students. University students from underrepresented groups organize, coordinate, and present the instructional materials. This not only provides role models for the kids but also helps develop the skills of the university students and thus aids in their retention. This paper describes the organization, coordination, content and assessment of the academies. Lessons learned are presented for the benefit of those who are considering adopting this practice at their institutions.

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TAPIA '09: The Fifth Richard Tapia Celebration of Diversity in Computing Conference: Intellect, Initiatives, Insight, and Innovations

April 2009

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DOI:10.1145/1565799

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