Are you ready to take your coding lessons to the next level? Join me for an exciting session where we'll explore innovative strategies to make coding education engaging, relevant, and meaningful. From project-based learning to real-world applications, we'll show you how to inspire a lifelong passion for coding. 1. Explore innovative approaches to enhance lessons that cater to the diverse interests and skill levels of 5th-12th grade students. 2. Learn evidence-based instructional strategies, such as cooperative learning and formative assessment techniques, as advocated by Robert Marzano and John Hattie, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. 3. Participants will discover how to incorporate real-world applications and project-based learning experiences, aligning with Jo Boaler's research on mathematical mindsets, to make coding lessons relevant and meaningful for older students. By the end of this session, you'll leave with a toolkit full of innovative strategies and practical techniques to transform coding education for your 5th-12th graders. Whether you're a seasoned coding instructor or new to teaching older learners, you'll walk away with actionable insights that you can implement in your classroom the very next day, ensuring that every student is engaged, motivated, and empowered to succeed in their coding journey!