STEM+C Teacher Institute
The SJSU Lurie College of Education has created summer opportunities for current credential candidates, SJSU alumni, future SJSU credential candidates, and teachers in partner districts to develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities to teach computer science in an effort to pursue educational equity and social justice by reducing STEM barriers in education.
- Computer Science Authorization Program
- Cost & Registration
- How to Apply for the CS Authorization with CTC
Contact us!
Email: stemc-institute@sjsu.edu
FREE CSET Math I & II Preparation Workshops
Announcing test prep assistance for preparing for the CSET math subtests I and II. All the sessions are free, online, and interactive for Fall 2024.
Instructor: Bennett Haffner, SJSU Lecturer
SJSU Math Subtest I and II review workshop dates for 2024-25 are as follows:
Computer Science Authorization Program
The CS Supplementary Authorization program at SJSU focuses on providing you with the computer science content and pedagogical knowledge that will support you to teach your students to engage fully and democratically in a technology rich society. With parallel strands in equity/justice, technological skills, and pedagogy, this supplementary authorization will help you:
- Explore big issues of equity and social impacts of CS
- Learn core CS practices, theories, tools, and skills
- Gain programming experience
- Learn how to critique, revise (existing) and design lessons and CS curricula
Introductory Computer Science Supplementary Authorization (10 units)
- Can be added to a Multiple Subject Teaching credential and authorizes the holder to teach departmentalized classes related to the supplementary in grades 9 and below.
- Can be added to a Single Subject teaching credential and authorizes the holder to teach the supplementary subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks for study in grades 9 and below.
Specific Computer Science Supplementary Authorization (13 units)
- Specific supplementary authorizations may be added to Single Subject, Standard Secondary and Special Secondary (academic subject areas only) Teaching Credentials
- Authorizes the holder to teach the specific subject in grades preschool, kindergarten-12, and classes organized primarily for adults.
Coursework: Courses are offered sequentially and they build on each other. They are offered in a hybrid format with online lectures and on-campus hands-on activities. The course sequence starts every summer and participation is considered a year-long commitment.
Format: hybrid (online and on-campus) and cohort-based.
2025-2026 Course Schedule:
- Summer 2025: June - July
- Fall 2025: August 20 - December 8
- Spring 2026: January 22 - May 22
- Summer 2026: June - July
- Fall 2026: August 19 - December 7 (additional course for Specific Supplementary Authorization option)
Computer Science Authorization Program Schedule
APPLICATION for 2025-26 opens February 1, 2025. Spaces are limited. Registration does not guarantee enrollment. Applicants will receive notification about enrollment status in May.
Cost and Registration
There is a cost for the CS Authorization courses. The cost depends on the amount of funding received each year as well as the number of students who participate. Selected candidates will be provided information about financial obligation and will be required to sign an agreement to confirm a spot in the program.
Computer Science Authorization Completers
Upon completion of the CS Authorization Program, you may submit an application to CTC for processing. Visit the Credential Services website and search under checklist for "Computer Science Authorization" for detailed instructions.
If you have questions about the application process, contact Credential Services at credentials@sjsu.edu.
