CodeCombat is a web-based game teaches rudimentary JavaScript fundamentals, including everything you’d learn in an introductory computer science course, by forcing you to code your way through the game.
Monthly Archives: November 2014
Teaching Coding in Class: 17 Apps to Try
http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2014/11/teaching-coding-in-class-17-apps-to-try.html
A list of links to “a bunch of powerful apps to help you teach coding in the classroom”
Hello Ruby is the worlds most whimsical way to learn about computers, technology and programming
Hello Ruby is the worlds most whimsical way to learn about computers, technology and programming. The story starts with a book. It’s suited for kids between 5 and 8 (but even adults might learn something new).
JetBrains Debuts PyCharm Educational Edition
http://blog.jetbrains.com/pycharm/2014/10/jetbrains-debuts-pycharm-educational-edition
From the site:
If you’ve ever wanted to learn Python programming, get ready to be blown away.
Today we’re launching the free and open source PyCharm Educational Edition for students and teachers. This easy-to-use yet powerful Python IDE includes special interactive educational functionality to help novice programmers learn the craft and turn professional quicker than ever before! It combines the easy learning curve of interactive coding platforms with the power of a real-world professional tool.
Ideas for Teaching Computer Technology to Kids 