Code Explorers Jan 9 March 20 @ EBS

  • Computers
Earl Buxton School: 250 Rhatigan Rd E Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6R 2P7, Canada
Jan 09 2025
Mar 20 2025
Thursdays
$240.00
  1. Mon 
  2. Tue 
  3. Wed 
  4. Thu2:40 - 4:00 pm (MST)
  5. Fri 
  6. Sat 
  7. Sun 

Description

Code Explorers

Grades 4-6

Type of Program: Progressive Coding

Length of Course: 10 weeks, Thursdays after-school, 2:40 - 4:00 PM.

January 9 to March 20, 2025. No class Feb 27, 2025!

ONLY FOR STUDENTS of Earl Buxton School!


 

About This Course

Your child will create their first app, story, or game to build on their computational thinking! Your child will learn the fundamentals of computers, computing science, and game design with Scratch, a drag-and-drop creative learning program.

In this course, your child will:

  • Learn coding concepts such as algorithms, sequencing, logic, conditionals, loops, variables, and cloning
  • Use a visual programming language to create multiple types of games and projects that they can share
  • Choose and build game features using code
  • Take ownership of their projects and collaborate with their peers
  • Use multiple types of educational technologies, including coding mini robots!
  • Meet friends who share a common interest
  • Have an absolute blast!

What will your child gain from this course?

  • Several completed projects they can be proud of
  • Essential digital skills
  • Boost in confidence
  • Stronger creativity
  • Improved problem solving
  • Greater resiliency when facing failures

 

About In-Person Classes

  • Health and Safety: read more here.
  • Preparing for class: Read our FAQ for more information on how to prepare for an amazing time at Discover Coding!

 

ONLY FOR STUDENTS of Earl Buxton School!

 

Class dates

01/09/2025, 01/16/2025, 01/23/2025, 01/30/2025, 02/06/2025, 02/13/2025, 02/20/2025, 02/27/2025, 03/06/2025, 03/13/2025, 03/20/2025

Registration period

Registration starts on 11/18/2024 and ends on 01/16/2025.

In-person location

Earl Buxton School: 250 Rhatigan Rd E Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6R 2P7, Canada

Room: 21

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