Benefits to Coding
Computer coding is beyond navigating games and programs- expects students to dig deeper and ask questions
Ability to understand the systems our students use daily
Digital Citizenship- understanding how programs & apps work and connect before using them
Better use of screen time
Computer programming allows student to learn how to apply logic, ask questions, solve problems, and persist with a task.
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Computer Coding is the new literacy needed for the next generation of careers
“It is not about STEM jobs but rather STEM in your job”
Jobs in STEM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields are growing! 35 % of theses jobs will be computer science related
There is a divide in our economy, people who can code and people who cannot code.
Countries like England, U.S. , Austria, Holland are making computer science mandatory from K-12
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FAIL: First Attempt In Learning
Induces a problem solving mentality~ thinking about your own thinking
Develops communication and collaboration skills by coding in pairs and pods
Explores creativity skills by developing own projects, apps, games, challenges
Promotes innovative thinking by creating something new or creates problem solvers
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