In this episode I speak with Jacqueline Russell, Project Lead at Microsoft MakeCode. Jacqueline has worked at Microsoft since 2005 in various groups focused on technology in education. She is passionate about using technology to enable innovative learning experiences and bring increased creativity to teaching and learning. She has worked in the tech industry for 20 years as a developer, IT Consultant and Product Manager. Jacqueline invites everyone to join her for hands-on computing with Microsoft MakeCode.

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Topics We Explore

1. The journey of Jacqueline and all the work experience she has had both in and out of education, but always involved in computer science and technology.
2. With her experience, what are the essential skills or mindsets one needs whether in education or in another industry.
3. How do we continue to learn and keep in mind important topics of equity and access?
4. The research with physical computing
5. How do we get students to see computer science beyond coding on a screen in a lab coat?
6. What is Jacqueline excited about in the computer science world?

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Show Notes & Quotes

• Visual Studio
• MakeCode
• Minecraft Education Edition
• Microsoft Research 
• Micro:bit Research
• Wild Robot Escapes novel with Micro:bit
• Greek Myth Micro:bit Project

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