MS Coding
Do you find yourself wondering how your favorite apps, websites, and games were made? Maybe you want to try building your own. Well, now you can! In Middle School Coding, students get a good introduction to the basics of computer science and discover how to create and build their very own websites using HTML and CSS. They also become familiar with programming languages like JavaScript and Python and begin to think of coding from a distinctively Christian perspective. By the end of the course, they not only have a better idea of what it means to “program under the lordship of Christ,” but also their very own portfolio to help showcase their skills!
Credit
0.5 (One semester)
Course Versions
Only available as a regular course
Prerequisites
None
Recommended Grade Levels
6th–8th
Required Materials
Equipment: Audio/video recording device (video camera or webcam)
Software: Screen-capture software or camera (to record conversation, simple video editing software,
Logo Interpreter, Typing Practice for Programmers, Obvibase, Newsela, Tynker, Lucidchart, Replit
All of the programs listed above are free. Some may require account creation.
In addition to a computer with an Internet connection, most courses require speakers (or headphones); a digital camera or scanner to take photos of completed work; a printer; common household items; access to research materials; and productivity software for word processing, presentations, etc.