Coding as Education
Computers are part of everyone’s daily life, including your child. Every computer runs off code, the set of instructions that tell it what to do. Understanding the basics of code and how to create it will help every child in their future education and career. That’s why JR Education offers a bunch of coding activities that will engage your child.
What is Coding All About?
You can code in any of a dozen or so “programming languages” that computers know how to read. However, the basics of coding are much simpler than these languages. Many of the activity kits we have don’t use languages at all, but simple inputs that help children understand the foundation of coding and how to think like a programmer.
Is Coding Educational?
You may be surprised at how bright, colourful, and fun our coding activity sets are! Are we sure they are educational? Yes!
Coding teaches the basics of computer science, plus other great skills like problem solving, critical thinking, creativity and more.
Does Coding Have to Be Done In Front of a Screen?
Who isn’t concerned that their child is getting too much screen time? With our kits, your child can learn coding without actually getting on the computer.
These real-world applications help children understand coding in a more tangible way (and can cut into their screen time at school or home).
Isn’t Coding Just for Adults?
Your typical picture of a programmer (coder) might be an adult, working in a dull room, on thousands of lines of code. While the job of coding is definitely for adults, it’s never too early to equip children with the useful skills they’ll need as they grow. In fact, that's why coding is now a part of the Ontario elementary curriculum; it's become revered as an essential skill.
Can You Learn Coding with Your Child?
Sure! Exploring our kits with your children will help you understanding coding if you’re unfamiliar with it. At the same time, as an adult you probably have many of the foundational skills your children will be building. If you find yourself yearning for more knowledge and want to learn more in-depth coding, there are plenty of resources available to both you and your child. Reach out to the experts at JR Education to learn more.
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