If you"ve ever been the least bit curious about how computers work, this week is for you. December 9 marks the start of Computer Science Education Week, an annual program that uses the Hour of Code as one way to inspire K-12 students to take an interest in computer science and to level the playing field in an industry that can seem intimidating to some. The Hour of Code is exactly what it sounds like: Students and adults alike are invited to set aside 60 minutes to try out one of the many Hour of Code tutorials—offered in 45 languages—for a brief introduction to coding. Organizers believe every single student should have the opportunity to learn computer science, as it nurtures creativity and encourages problem solving. We concur. And we highly recommend the Minecraft tutorials as a starting place. Happy coding, friends!
Let s crack the code
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National Aviation Day
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The parenting of a piping plover
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Sailing on thick ice
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World Bee Day
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International Museum Day
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Nguyen Hoang Bridge, Hue, Vietnam
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Cosplay strongly encouraged
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Whales in winter
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The Wave, Vejle, Denmark
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Dancers perform ‘Revelations’
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Mid-Autumn Festival
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Native American Heritage Month
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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Travel Sunday: On the Ganges in Varanasi, India
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National Bison Day
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Canada Day
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International Whale Shark Day
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Behold the perfect cone
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A triumph of light
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GOAL!
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Computer Science EDU Week
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National Poinsettia Day
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Next stop, Tofino
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Get the bear facts
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Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch on the institution s 175th anniversary
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Pearl of the Adriatic
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Gone ‘lightseeing’ in Berlin
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Point Reyes National Seashore
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International Surfing Day
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Tintern Abbey, Wales
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