Arkansas MS Introduction to Coding
- Level Middle School
- Contact Hours 60
- Timeframe Semester
The Arkansas MS Introduction to Coding course introduces middle school students to coding through interactive lessons with Karel the Dog and Tracy the Turtle. Students learn JavaScript and Python basics such as loops, functions, and variables while exploring real-world topics such as cybersecurity, digital citizenship, and the internet. They also create visual art and animations using p5.js, building both programming skills and creative expression.
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Karel Adventures
Students learn the basics of JavaScript as they follow Karel the Dog on a fun-filled adventure. |
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Tracy the Turtle Adventures
Students will learn how to use basic commands, variables, and functions in their programs using the Python programming language. |
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Exploring Computing
Students explore different technologies and the impact they have on our world. |
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Exploring the Internet
Students are introduced to network protocols and different strategies used to protect online information. |
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Exploring Digital Citizenship
Students learn about Internet etiquette and how to stay safe on the world wide web. |
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Exploring Art with Code
Students explore the intersection of art and technology by creating art programs using p5.js. |
Explore programs that your students will build throughout this course!
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Arkansas MS Introduction to Coding is aligned with the following standards
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