SpriteBox Coding Introduces Young Learners to Essential Coding Concepts By TL Editors published 27 December 19 SpriteBox Coding is a platform-style game (available on iOS and Android) that introduces kids to basic coding logic using both block- and text-based syntax.
40 Sites & Apps for Teaching Kids to Program or Code By David Kapuler last updated 29 November 20 Students are learning coding and programming earlier than ever before.
Machine Learning for Kids: Amazing Free Teaching Resource for Machine Learning, AI & Coding By TL Editors published 19 December 19 Machine Learning for Kids offers projects that combine machine learning and artificial intelligence with Scratch and App Inventor.
Robotics in the Classroom By Sascha Zuger last updated 18 January 20 This teacher taught students how to build and program their own game designs in tandem with computational thinking using the Sphero Bolt and littleBits Code Kit. Learn how he used these tech experiences as scaffolding for even more complex CS activities.
Code for Life: Free Coding Platform Includes Wealth of Lesson Plans By TL Editors published 13 December 19 Code for Life is a versatile platform for learning and teaching coding.
Learn to Code from Scratch By Brian Nadel published 12 December 19 New book release: Scratch Coding, By the Book—Super Scratch Programming Adventure!
Root Coding Guides Kids in Robotics Learning By TL Editors published 11 December 19 Root Coding gets students started with step-by-step tutorials, adding commands and introducing features one at a time.
The Best New Hour of Code Resources for 2019 By Shannon Mersand last updated 29 November 20 Many of the activities provide tie-ins to subject areas like ELA, Math, Art and Music, Science, and Social Studies, so every educator can find ways for students to participate.
Teach Third Graders (And Yourself) to Code By Tara Smith last updated 3 December 19 Collin Yust taught himself to code by going through the Codelicious lessons.
MAD-learn Guides Kids in App Design and Creation By TL Editors published 29 November 19 MAD-learn is a mobile application development website where teachers guide students through the design process from start to finish.
Amazon Launches New Student Music Coding Competition with Ciara By TL Editors published 21 November 19 “EarSketch provides an amazing way to experience these creative disciplines simultaneously,” said Dr. Roxanne Moore, Senior Research Engineer at Georgia Tech and project lead for the remix competition.
CoSpaces Edu: Excellent Learning Tool for Advanced Students By TL Editors published 13 November 19 CoSpaces Edu makes coding 3D virtual reality worlds engaging and accessible.
Teach Coding & Computer Science With Top Gaming Platform Roblox By TL Editors published 7 November 19 Like Minecraft, this popular gaming platform can be used to teach and demonstrate specific skills, with careful planning and structured implementation.
Clever Programming Puzzles Guide Learning With CodeMonkey By Tech & Learning published 31 October 19 A great introduction to coding with solid teacher support
SAM Labs Launches New K-1 Coding and Creative Problem-Solving Courses By TL Editors published 11 October 19 “When teachers started to use our products, we were often asked why we did not have something for lower levels, something to introduce concepts like exploration and collaborative problem-solving,” said Joachim Horn, Chief Executive Officer of SAM Labs.
Tiny Programmable Computer Micro:bit Teaches STEM, Game Design, Coding and More By TL Editors published 10 October 19 The micro:bit is a great addition to any STEM curriculum.
Lego Announces Free Python Programming Lessons By TL Editors published 6 September 19 High school students can experience real-world applications of Python, one of the most common languages used to teach computer science in colleges.
Top-Rated KOOV Lets Kids Create & Code Interactive Robots By TL Editors published 28 August 19 KOOV is a design and coding platform where kids use blocks and sensors to build and manipulate interactive robots.
Vernier Partners With Google, Microsoft and Education Technology Companies By TL Editors published 23 August 19