Universities such as Stanford, Harvard, MIT, UC Berkeley, UCLA, the University of Southern California, Columbia University, and Carnegie Mellon are renowned for their outstanding graduation rates in computer science; however, their acceptance rates are highly competitive, making admission a challenge for many aspiring students.
On the other hand, several institutions offer a more accessible path while maintaining respectable graduation rates.
Schools such as Winona State University, Stockton University, Clarkson University, Drexel University, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Brooklyn College, Oregon State University, the Colorado School of Mines, various California State University campuses (including Fullerton, Monterey Bay, and East Bay), the University of Illinois at Springfield, and the University of San Francisco provide fantastic opportunities for students who want to thrive in this exciting field.
A professor from MIT has noted that, despite the rapid evolution of AI, there remains a strong demand for talented computer scientists.
This makes pursuing a degree in computer science not just valuable, but also an exciting opportunity in today’s AI-driven landscape.
In a Herzing University report on whether computer science will be replaced by AI, professors emphasize the significance of a solid foundation in computer science principles.
While tools like calculators are invaluable, having a deep understanding of core concepts remains crucial, a Carnegie Mellon research professor told the journal of the Association of Computing Machinery in “The Impact of AI on Computer Science Education.”
Computer scientists may find themselves coding less frequently, much like how we rely on calculators, but their knowledge will empower them to innovate and tackle complex problems.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape our world, computer science and AI are gaining traction in K–12 education. Students need to develop problem-solving skills and effective communication—the very strengths that make us uniquely human and irreplaceable by AI.
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is dedicated to amplifying the voices and cultures within computer science education.
They have teamed up with the Kapor Foundation to implement a culture-first approach in Native-serving high schools, fostering community connections and revitalizing cultural heritage while designing the curriculum.
Their initiative, “Culture-First Coding: Indigenous-Led CS and AI that Honor Sovereignty,” aims to empower students by integrating cultural values into the learning process.
Additionally, AISES offers valuable insights through collaborations with TeachAI and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) about the evolving future of computer science education in the era of AI.
Their informative briefs cover topics such as the importance of learning to program, the strategies educators are using to teach with and about AI, potential evolutions in computer science education, and how AI can enhance creative thinking in this discipline.
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