Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Bulldog) (2022)
- Level High School
- Contact Hours 200
- Timeframe Year
This is an honors-level introductory course covering the foundations of computer science and basic programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem solving skills. Students learn material equivalent to a semester college introductory course in Computer Science.
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MODULES - 16
Students learn the basics of programming by giving Karel the Dog commands in a grid world.
Students apply all the foundational concepts from Intro to Karel to solve new challenges.
Students learn the basics of JavaScript including variables, user input, mathematics, and basic graphics.
Students learn how to pair program while tackling more challenging tasks with JavaScript graphics.
Students learn how to use control structures such as if/else statements and loops to make advanced programs in JavaScript.
Students apply the foundational concepts from the Control Structures unit to solve new challenges.
Students learn to write reusable code with functions and parameters.
Students use what they have learned in the Functions module to solve new challenges.
Students learn how to make objects move around the screen and let users interact using the mouse!
Students apply all the foundational concepts from the Animations unit to solve new challenges.
Students learn how to make their own Breakout game from scratch using JavaScript.
Students explore lists/arrays, maps/objects, sets, and grids. These are the essential basic data structures for any program development.
Students create their own game of Tic Tac Toe! Students apply what they have learned about data structures and make a two player tic tac toe game.
Students demonstrate their programming prowess as they develop the classic Helicopter game one step at a time.
Students apply the skills they've learned throughout the course to create an original program!
This course ends with a 25 question multiple choice exam.
Explore programs that your students will build throughout this course!
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| South Dakota Computer Programming 2 | 62% View |
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