Module: Intro to Coding
This 20-hour course provides everything you need to introduce students to computer science and real, text-based computer programming for middle grade students! This course includes online lessons, group classroom activities and complete lesson plans for guiding students through authentic coding experiences. In this innovative module built for teachers with any level of coding experience, 5th to 9th-grade students will be introduced to computer science and real, text-based computer programming. Students will learn about careers in information technology, the basic concepts of coding, and write their first code with robots.
Module Overview
Module Highlights
Basic Concepts of Programming
Students will design games, solve mazes, and dive into the essentials of coding.
Explore Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing
Understand cybersecurity and mobile app development, and dive into the critical role of technology in our society.
Explore Coding Careers
Discover careers in IT and Computer Science through hands-on projects like creating interactive programs and researching common business applications.
Comprehensive Learning Experience
This module provides everything you need to introduce middle school students to coding, no matter your existing experience with coding. It includes online lessons, group classroom activities, and complete lesson plans for guiding students through authentic learning experiences.
CSTA Accredited for PD
“Introduction to Coding” professional development is accredited by the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) for quality PD.
Lesson Topics
- Computer hardware and software
- Simple algorithms and common statements
- Offline algorithm games
- Beginning programming
- Creating a simulated mobile app
- Concepts of cybersecurity and personal security
- Exploring common IT careers
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