Section 302A-709 - Computer science teacher development programs(a) The department may enter into a contract or agreement with one or more entities to develop and implement computer science teacher development programs; provided that an entity shall be: (1) An educational agency, including a charter educational agency, or a consortia of educational agencies in the State;(2) An institution of higher education located in the State; or(3) A nationally recognized provider of effective computer science professional development.(b) An entity that intends to enter into a contract or agreement with the department pursuant to this section shall first submit a proposal to the department that, at minimum, shall address how the entity plans to:(1) Instruct teachers with varying levels of knowledge and experience in computer science;(2) Provide teachers with experience in hands-on, inquiry-based practices;(3) Utilize effective practices for professional development;(4) Emphasize the conceptual foundations of computer science;(5) Instruct teachers how to effectively teach students in computer science, including students from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in computer science careers;(6) Adapt its instruction to accommodate the particular needs of teachers in different schools and districts; and(7) Meet other requirements established by the department.Added by L 2018, c 51,§ 2, eff. 7/1/2018.