December 5 marked the beginning of “Hour of Code” participation across the United States. \u00a0Even though we have several blog entries dedicated to programming and coding, I thought it would be helpful to have a short entry that lists a few of the most commonly used resources. \u00a0Here they are in no real order:<\/p>\n
The Code.org homepage<\/a>-home to tons of ready made hour long lessons that get kids programming at any grade level.<\/p>\n Code.org original video<\/a>– this video has been viewed over 14,000,000 times on youtube. \u00a0It is a great way to get students motivated and provides a good “why” discussion for learning to code.<\/p>\n Apple education: swift playgrounds<\/a>– We have this app in self-service. \u00a0However, it only runs on the newest iPad air devices. \u00a0Something to look forward to for schools with older devices.<\/p>\n Apple education-Everyone can Code:<\/a> \u00a0Similar video to code.org video. \u00a0Terrific emphasis on the fact that EVERYONE can code!<\/p>\n Hopscotch-<\/a> \u00a0Our very best app for teaching kids to program and code on the iPad. \u00a0Search hopscotch on this blog as well for other activities.<\/p>\n Computer Science Education Website-<\/a> \u00a0See who else around the world is participating in the “Hour of Code” and what they are doing. \u00a0Many other resources are linked to this informative site.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" December 5 marked the beginning of “Hour of Code” participation across the United States. \u00a0Even though we have several blog entries dedicated to programming and coding, I thought it would be helpful to have a short entry that lists a Continue reading Hour of Code Resources<\/span>