Getting Started with Coding in the Classroom
Course Details
Cost
FREE
Upcoming Schedule
- On demand
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Course Description
GETTING STARTED WITH CODING IN THE CLASSROOM
Technology has transformed education but while students learn how to use it, they often do not have the understanding of how it actually works. There is now a growing realisation among educators that this gap needs to be filled and this is is prompting a new revolution with the belief that teaching children how to code will give them a skill for life. It improves problem-solving and thinking skills. Having these digital skills will benefit their future employment possibilities as well.
This course will give the participants the tools and ideas required to get started with coding in the classroom easily. We cover several amazing FREE coding tools and give you a learner guide with resources, links and many ideas.
If you don't know the first thing about coding then this course is just perfect for you. This course will give you a good understanding of coding and some great FREE tools ...
GETTING STARTED WITH CODING IN THE CLASSROOM
Technology has transformed education but while students learn how to use it, they often do not have the understanding of how it actually works. There is now a growing realisation among educators that this gap needs to be filled and this is is prompting a new revolution with the belief that teaching children how to code will give them a skill for life. It improves problem-solving and thinking skills. Having these digital skills will benefit their future employment possibilities as well.
This course will give the participants the tools and ideas required to get started with coding in the classroom easily. We cover several amazing FREE coding tools and give you a learner guide with resources, links and many ideas.
If you don't know the first thing about coding then this course is just perfect for you. This course will give you a good understanding of coding and some great FREE tools that you can easily start using in your classroom immediately! This course is suitable for K-12 Teachers, Casual teachers and pre-service teachers. No coding experience is required.
What is included?
Over 2 hours of video
A 70 page learner handout that includes all the links and suggested hands-on activities to work through at your own pace