December 8-14th is Computer Science Education Week. Last year, 15 million student gave coding a try and this year it’s estimated that 100 million student will join worldwide.
What is this Hour of Code?
It’s the first step to showing students what computer science is about. We are lucky to have a great Computer Science program here at BHS, and this is the opportunity for more students to trying coding. Hour of Code is a self directed activity that can be completed by students.
Why Hour of Code?
Once students see what they can create, it inspires them to keep learning. No previous experience is required and students get to learn at their own pace. The basics of computer science help develop creativity and problem-solving skills of 21st century learners.
Once students see what they can create, it inspires them to keep learning. No previous experience is required and students get to learn at their own pace. The basics of computer science help develop creativity and problem-solving skills of 21st century learners.
Try It!
Give it a try and find out how engaging coding can be for students. Start by visiting https://holidays.madewithcode.com/project/lights to create a pattern that will light up one of the christmas trees in Washington DC. Then try one of the coding tutorials and activities at http://code.org/learn. A good one to start with is Angry Birds!
If you would like to participate in the Hour of Code event during December 8 - 14th, visit http://hourofcode.com/us for more information.
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