Kick-Off
This is the first time students and teachers have come together as a group!
Spring Semester: Mid | Fall Semester: August
In this first session, we welcome the students, establish the tone for the semester, foster trust, and introduce the learning path ahead.
Objectives:
Create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
Get to know each other
Introduce the teaching team and assign responsibilities
Present the course structure and tools
Key Components:
Welcome & Ice Breaker Set a positive, friendly tone to help students feel comfortable.
Teacher Introductions Present yourselves as a united teaching team, emphasizing collaboration and mutual support.
Course Overview Briefly explain the course structure, timeline, key tools (like Visual Studio Code, Git, GitHub, etc.), and what students can expect after completing the course—such as potential roles and job opportunities.
Team/Class Building Activity (Working Alliance) Build trust and co-create class norms with students to establish a supportive environment.
Check-Out Question Encourage reflection and ensure everyone has a chance to speak before closing the session.
Feedback Request Collect early impressions and suggestions to enhance the learning experience.
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