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Brief Introduction

Build your confidence and get practical advice on launching and running a Code Club for young people.

Course Summary

Code Club is a free, extracurricular program for children aged 9-13 that teaches them how to code in a fun and interactive way.

Key Learning Points

Learn how to code in Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python
Collaborate with other students and share your projects
Gain valuable skills in problem-solving, logic, and creativity

Learning Outcomes

Develop coding skills in different programming languages
Enhance problem-solving, logical thinking, and creativity
Collaborate and share projects with other students

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Access to a computer with internet
Basic knowledge of using a computer

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Interactive

Similar Courses

Scratch Programming for Kids
Code Avengers - Kids Coding Courses

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Linda Liukas
Mitch Resnick

Related Books

Requirements

This course is ideal for volunteers, parents, and educators who are keen to join the Code Club network to run a coding club for young people.

Outline

Week 1 Introducing the course Planning to start your Code Club Week 1 recap Week 2 Introduction to Week 2 Code Club sessions Your first session Week 2 recap Week 3 Introduction to Week 3 Creating a great ethos for your club Celebrating success Adding more to your club Thank you for completing the course

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews of the Code Club course on FutureLearn. Learners enjoyed the interactive nature of the course, and found it to be a great introduction to coding. Many users thought that the course was well-structured and easy to follow.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course's interactive nature

Pros from User Reviews

Well-structured and easy to follow
Great introduction to coding
Engaging and interactive
Instructors were knowledgeable and helpful
Opportunities for hands-on practice

Cons from User Reviews

Some users felt that the course was too basic
Limited opportunities for in-depth exploration of concepts
Not suitable for advanced learners
Some technical issues with the platform
Not enough feedback on assignments

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