EDUC 2408U – P/J Coding and Communication

Today’s children are born into a technology-rich environment vastly different from that experienced by even quite recent generations. Students will increasingly need skills in coding and computational communication to be active participants in a digital world. This course will introduce Primary/Junior teacher candidates to leading-edge pedagogies and skills for learning and teaching the foundations and fundamentals of programming geared for K-6 learners. By exploring and analyzing an array of child-friendly software aimed at developing the basics of coding and digital communication for K-6 learners, teacher candidates will develop innovative pedagogies for teaching and learning in the 21st century. Topics may include: coding educational games, developing mobile apps, LEGO robotics, and digital storytelling.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 4
Note(s): Restricted to P/J Consecutive BEd students.
Experiential learning: Yes