Hour of Code
What is Code?
Join The Largest Education Event in History
Every student should have the opportunity to learn computer science. It helps nurture problem-solving skills, logic and creativity. By starting early, students will have a foundation for success in any 21st-century career path. Join us by completing one Hour of Code at https://hourofcode.com/us and learn to create and control technology.
Hour of Code 2015 - WORLDWIDE
Event Information
Hour of Code
Students will participate in the Hour of Code by completing one of the self guiding modules that teaches students the importance of computer programming. People of all ages can use these modules to see how fun it is to learn how to code.
When?
Monday, Dec 4, 2017, 12:00 AM
Where?
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Why the Hour of Code...
Meaningful Content
All school subjects become meaningful and related to the outside world for a computer science student.
- Literacy has a purpose as you are required to read to learn.
- Numeracy has a purpose as a wide range of mathematical concepts are involved in programming.
Computer Science Careers
Computer science forces you to take responsible risks and engages you in the problem solving process of trial and error. This encourages students to:
- Get out of their comfort zone and have a shot.
- Make a logical attempt to solve a problem.
- Analyse the errors and think about this analysis.
- Apply their thinking while making another attempt to solve the problem.
Life Lessons
Learning to code teaches you a number of life lessons.
- Learning from mistakes is vital.
- You shouldn’t fear mistakes or failure.
- Success is a scribbly line.
- Persistence pays off.
- Teamwork is important.
Try it Out!!
Hour of Code
Email: tibbsc@rcschools.net
Website: http://tibbstechcoach.weebly.com/
Location: 500 Old Highway 99, Eagleville, TN, United States
Phone: 615-904-6710
Twitter: @EAGTechnology