How to learn programming

Category: Collaborations and Networking

Keywords: concept of computability , STEM , computing , computation thinking , education , skills

Description: Programming is not a new discipline. It started with Alan Turing, who, during the 1930s, created a general-purpose computer model and contributed to the development of the Automatic Computing Engine (ACE) in the 1940s. Today programming is taught at many universities and high schools worldwide. How difficult is learning programming from elementary school to university education?

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Assignment complexity varies with age, and mastering programming is a valuable skill in today's society. The contemporary education landscape has witnessed a notable shift in the early introduction of programming skills among children, indicating a trend toward younger ages. This hub discusses the experiences of programming professionals who voluntarily educate children about programming during their free time across various associations. Let's discuss the significant challenges in teaching programming classes and provide opportunities to develop skills on different levels that children will need for their future lives.

Links: Investigating Children's Programming Skills Through Play with Robots (KIBO) https://www.peeref.com/works/29003504; Fostering creative thinking skills through computer programming: Explicit or integrated teaching? https://www.peeref.com/works/27946999