H.R. 2536 · 113th Congress
Computer Science Education Act of 2013
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Susan Brooks
- Introduced
- 2013-06-27
- Latest action
- 2013-09-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Summary
Computer Science Education Act of 2013 - Amends title IX (General Provisions) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to define "computer science" as the study of computers and algorithmic processes, including the study of computing principles, computer hardware and software design, computer applications, and the impact of computers on society.
Makes computer science a core academic subject.
Includes computer science teachers in professional development activities.