你将学到什么
Explain key programming concepts; algorithms, sequencing, repetition, variables and selection.
Produce programs using the Scratch programming language.
Reflect on your learning and create ideas for your classroom practise.
Explore programming concepts through projects, both unplugged and digital.
Apply a cross curricular approach to programming.
课程概况
This free online course will provide a comprehensive introduction to programming, designed for non-subject-specialist primary or K-5 teachers.
Over four weeks, we’ll introduce you to key programming concepts. You’ll have the chance to apply your understanding of them through projects, both unplugged and on a computer, using Scratch as the programming language. You’ll discover common mistakes and pitfalls, and develop strategies to fix them.
课程大纲
Introduction to programming, explore algorithms, and apply understanding in a range of hands-on, cross-curricular Scratch projects.
Explore repetition, and learn how to make use of repetition in your Scratch programs. Create your own art, music, making and animation using repeating patterns.
Discover variables through real-world examples and learn how to create variables by making a voting app, an interactive story and a ghost-catching game.
Explore the concept of selection by creating a ‘capital cities’ quiz and a program that classifies animals based on answers to yes/no questions.
Reflect on all of the key programming concepts to create your own final challenge project.
面向人群
Teaching Programming in Primary Schools is designed for non-subject-specialist primary or K-5 teachers. You do not need any prior experience of programming to take part.
