Introduction to Coding
Newry Street Unite Limited
Beschrijving
Content
The event will use Scratch which allows young people to create digital stories, games, and animations. Scratch encourages critical thinking, problem solving, communication and digital literacy.
Methods
The teaching methodology will include: 1. Demonstration from the instructors. walking step by step through coding examples. 2. Interactive coding exercises providing students the opportunity to practise what they have learned. 3. Pair programming where student will work together and help each other with feedback and suggestions for improvement. 4. Peer teaching where more experienced learner can assist the instructor enhancing understanding and communication skills
Goals
Skill Development: Basic Coding Skills: Problem-Solving: Enhance logical thinking and problem-solving skills through coding exercises and challenges. Project-Based Learning: Enable participants to apply their skills in real-world projects, fostering creativity and practical understanding. Confidence Building: Hands-On Experience: Provide opportunities for hands-on practice to build confidence in using coding tools. Collaboration and Communication: Teamwork: Promote teamwork through group projects, pair programming, and collaborative tasks. Communication: Develop the ability to explain coding concepts and solutions clearly, both verbally and in writing. Creativity and Innovation: Creative Projects: Inspire creativity by allowing participants to create their own projects, such as games, websites, or apps. Innovation: Encourage innovative thinking by exploring new technologies and approaches. Diversity and Inclusion: Accessible Learning: Ensure the workshop is accessible to all participants, regardless of background or prior experience. Encouraging Diversity: Promote diversity in tech by encouraging participation from underrepresented groups. Fun and Engagement: Interactive Learning: Use games, puzzles, and interactive tools to make learning enjoyable.
Target Group
Newry Street Unite is situated in an area with low socio income families and provides services for children, young people and families.
The event will use Scratch which allows young people to create digital stories, games, and animations. Scratch encourages critical thinking, problem solving, communication and digital literacy.
Methods
The teaching methodology will include: 1. Demonstration from the instructors. walking step by step through coding examples. 2. Interactive coding exercises providing students the opportunity to practise what they have learned. 3. Pair programming where student will work together and help each other with feedback and suggestions for improvement. 4. Peer teaching where more experienced learner can assist the instructor enhancing understanding and communication skills
Goals
Skill Development: Basic Coding Skills: Problem-Solving: Enhance logical thinking and problem-solving skills through coding exercises and challenges. Project-Based Learning: Enable participants to apply their skills in real-world projects, fostering creativity and practical understanding. Confidence Building: Hands-On Experience: Provide opportunities for hands-on practice to build confidence in using coding tools. Collaboration and Communication: Teamwork: Promote teamwork through group projects, pair programming, and collaborative tasks. Communication: Develop the ability to explain coding concepts and solutions clearly, both verbally and in writing. Creativity and Innovation: Creative Projects: Inspire creativity by allowing participants to create their own projects, such as games, websites, or apps. Innovation: Encourage innovative thinking by exploring new technologies and approaches. Diversity and Inclusion: Accessible Learning: Ensure the workshop is accessible to all participants, regardless of background or prior experience. Encouraging Diversity: Promote diversity in tech by encouraging participation from underrepresented groups. Fun and Engagement: Interactive Learning: Use games, puzzles, and interactive tools to make learning enjoyable.
Target Group
Newry Street Unite is situated in an area with low socio income families and provides services for children, young people and families.
Locatie
Leeftijdsgroep
8 - 14
Moeilijkheidsgraad
Type Offline-Event
Datum 30.10.2024 15:00 - 19:00
Adres 57 Hillside Drive, Kilkeel
BT34 4JF Kilkeel
Max. aantal deelnemers 20
Wil je deelnemen? Contacteer onze lokale contactpersoon.
Deelname is gratis.
Contact Newry Street Unite Limited
Website: www.newrystreetunite.org
E-mailadres van contactpersoon: newrystreetunite@gmail.com
Social media https://www.facebook.com/newrystreetunite
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Moeilijkheidsgraad
Type Offline-Event
Datum 30.10.2024 15:00 - 19:00
Adres 57 Hillside Drive, Kilkeel
BT34 4JF Kilkeel
Max. aantal deelnemers 20
Wil je deelnemen? Contacteer onze lokale contactpersoon.Deelname is gratis.
Contact Newry Street Unite Limited
Website: www.newrystreetunite.orgE-mailadres van contactpersoon: newrystreetunite@gmail.com
Social media https://www.facebook.com/newrystreetunite
Deel op Sociale Media
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