Introduction
This course is aimed for ages 4-7. Kids acquire basic knowledge and practical skills to develop creative and logical thinking abilities. Kids are introduced to the fundamentals of algorithms through performing Un-plugged activities, learning basic Scratch coding concepts, and practice applying them to real life tools like BeeBot and KamiBot.
Objectives
After the completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Develop a systematic way of thinking towards problems
- Practice creative and logical thinking around practical scenarios
- Familiarise themselves with real-life programming situations
- Build their confidence in classroom discussions and group activities
- Apply foundational Scratch programming at a fundamental level
- Familiarise themselves with programming at a virtual and physical layer
Brief Contents
- Introduction to Algorithms
- Classification and Categorisation
- Pattern Recognition and Identification
- Algorithms in Real Life
- Numerical Expression in Computers
- Graphical Expression in Computers
Course Project
Throughout the term, participants of the course are expected to apply basic Scratch code to program a KamiBot to accomplish essential tasks and activities.