Landscape Reports
A landscape report is an aerial picture of what a state looks like in terms of K-12 computer science education. ECEP recommends that states conduct a landscape report as an initial step in the five-stage state change model. Landscape reports accomplish a number of vital strategic tasks in a state initiating state change. When state leadership teams form they are usually confronted with the question ‘what’s next?’ and often with a limited toolbox of resources. By conducting landscape surveys states gain a sense of computer science education gaps, opportunities and existing state education and industry efforts that can support broadening participation initiatives.
Landscape reports help state teams to:
- Define the obstacles to broadening participation in computing and Inform actions that will lead to sustainable strategies.
- Advocate for equitable CS education and Disseminate current data that highlights opportunities as well as barriers.
- Collaborate with engaged stakeholders and Strategize.
- Track progress on strategies and Sustain momentum.
When states collect this information, they can better leverage their allies, identify gaps and move toward state-level CS education reform.
