Think like a coder : Learn computational thinking
What you'll learn
- What is computational thinking and how it is related to coding ?
- What are the components of computational thinking ?
- You'll learn data comprehension, pattern recognition, abstraction, decomposition, algorithmic thinking and solution optimisation.
- How you can practice computational thinking in day to day activities ?
- Quizzes and activity sheets to help you practice the skills you have learnt.
Requirements
- No prior knowledge is required.
Description
Think Like a coder is a course specially designed to develop computational thinking skills in children aged 4+. This is also useful for teachers and parents to help them understand how to teach this key 21st century skill.
In this course you will learn key concepts of computational thinking such as data comprehension, decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, algorithmic thinking and solution optimisation.
Computational thinking is the process of breaking down a problem into simple enough steps that even a computer would understand. Computational Thinking is a life skill essential for survival in the 21st century. It lays the foundation of coding and is future proof. Just like how it is important for kids to learn English, Math and Science even though they may not all become writers, mathematicians or scientists, the kids born in this millennium need baseline coding competencies to stay relevant. It develops critical thinking and creativity as children learn new ways to solve a problem. Computational thinkers are problem solvers and innovators.
Why learn computational thinking ?
It improves academic performance as it teaches problem solving which is the core of STEM education. It improves creativity, builds resilience and persistence.
Computational thinking is used in almost every field, not only computer programming. It finds a lot of applications in disciplines such as finance, medicine, economics, engineering to name a few.
Building these concepts at an early age lays a strong foundation for future learning.
At Kinder Koder, we teach computational thinking through fun games and activities without use of screens. Our teaching framework and learning outcomes are aligned with International standards such as CSTA, UK’s CAS (Computing at School) and also Singapore MOE’s Kindergarten Framework.
Who this course is for:
- Children who want to become problem solvers and critical thinkers. Also for parents and teachers who want to learn easy ways of introducing computational thinking in day to day activities.
- 4+ years
Instructor
- 4.5 Instructor Rating
- 14 Reviews
- 453 Students
- 1 Course
Vidhi Singhal is the founder of Kinder Koder where she teaches kids computational thinking using unplugged games and activities without increasing their screen time. She creates easy DIY activities, books, and games to make learning fun for kids.
Prior to starting Kinder Koder, Vidhi worked in the corporate world for over 10 years with tech giants including Google and Facebook. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in both Engineering and M.B.A.
She is an advocate of integrating computational thinking in early childhood education. She conducts workshops and demonstrations for teachers and parents on how to teach these skills. She has also partnered with the National Library Board of Singapore and conducts sessions for them to promote key 21st century skills.