Introduction to Computer Science/Coding Enrichment
Welcome to Computer Science/Introduction to Coding
Enrichment Classes
2023-2024
Period 1 - A & B Day
7th & 8th Grade Students
Mrs. D. Sadlier - MTA LabCoding Part I Enrichment - A & B Day - Semester 1 We are using the Tynker Program for coding in this introductory course. Tynker is a program that over 20 million students use worldwide. Tynker is a way to learn coding using the visual and very logical Blockly language. Blockly is like using Lego pieces that fit together to create a program. Mrs. Sadlier will go over each lesson with students, and they will apply concepts in the DIY projects. Since this is web-based, students can even code at home. Our coding students are also creating their own webpage/portfolio with Google Sites to showcase their coding projects. We also will experiment with new apps, extensions, websites and all things tech. to learn more about computer science.
Coding Part II Enrichment - A & B Day - Semester 2 Students will learn the basics of JavaScript in the first half of our course. We use Khan Academy and other platforms to create apps and run code. This year we created apps for Language Arts, Art and Science. Students will learn about 3D design with the Tinkercad program via cad design elements and creating with code. Next, we will test and print with our Makerbot 3D printers in the MTA Tech. Lab. Students can collaborate and share their code and designs with their own online portfolios.
Our Coding Lessons/Projects Include:
Mouse Follows Mouse
Fidget Spinner
Character Dance Party
Old School Games
Greeting Cards
Mad Libs
Timelines in History
Comic Strips for a Cause
And More!
Why Learn Coding?
Starting in 2014, Memorial School participated in the Hour of Code each December. Students came to the technology labs and coded with their math classes. Thousands of students worldwide participated in this event. It was such a huge success that our Memorial students requested a coding course. Coding or programming is a very important skill that we rely on for many aspects of our lives. Many educators are saying it is the "new literacy." According to International Business Times, over the next 10 years, it is estimated that there will be 1.4 million jobs in the computer sciences and only around 400,000 graduates qualified to do them. Who knows -you may develop the next new exciting app!
For more about this, please click Reasons to learn coding.
We are pleased to announce that Medford Memorial is participated in the Hour of Code again in January of 2023.
Coding Fun
Learn More About Coding
Coding Examples Video
"I think everybody in this country should learn how to program a computer because it teaches you how to think." Steve Jobs
Parents - Summer of 2023- Coding and Tech. Camps- in South Jersey
*Summer Coding Camp - JCC - Tech. Camps at the JCC - Cherry Hill
*Summer Code A Thon - Free - Online with Tynker.
*Please encourage your student to practice coding at home with their Tynker account.