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The Big Book of Computing Pedagogy
Get this free copy of Hello World magazines compilation of favorite pedagogical themed articles.
It bridges the gap between research and practice, giving you accessible chunks of research, followed by stories from trusty educators who have tried out various approaches in their classroom or educational space.
In this issue, you’ll find:
Techniques for fostering program comprehension
Advice for bringing physical computing into your classroom
Introductions to frameworks for structuring your lessons
And much, much more!
Scratch
This free block-based programming language has become the standard for introducing students to computer programming.
It now interfaces with a growing selecting of physical devices.
Check out this presentation for more information, and view it full screen at: bit.ly/scratch-21
MakeCode
A coding website operated by Microsoft that interfaces with a variety of physical devices.
It uses a block-based programming language, but also allows (and translates to) Javascript.
There are a variety of guided tutorials for each section that give can be a great launching point for your students. Access at: https://makecode.com/
Getting Started with Circuit Playground Express Book
A great step-by-step guide to diving into the Circuit Playground Express. It details
how to code in various programming languages on the Circuit Playground
how to connect with your computer and utilize various sensors and LEDs
how to make colorful, interactive displays
how to design your own IOT device
Pi-Top
An all-in-one way to getting started with a Raspberry Pi, with no need to plug in a screen, keyboard and mouse - it's all here!
Pictured here is the pi‑top 3, a great introduction into physical computing that sells itself as "the perfect tool to help you learn to code, create awesome devices and systems, and take your knowledge to the next level."
You can download the Operating System created for Pi-Tops to use on any Raspberry Pi at: https://www.pi-top.com/resources/download-os
You can learn more about Pi-Tops, including it's newer iterations at: https://www.pi-top.com/
Note this Pi-Top 3 is compatible with Raspberry Pi 3's, not the newer Raspberry Pi 4.
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