Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Bulldog)
- Level High School
- Contact Hours 200
- Timeframe Year
This is an honors-level introductory course covering the foundations of computer science and basic programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem solving skills. Students learn material equivalent to a semester college introductory course in Computer Science.
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Programming with Karel
Students learn the basics of programming by giving Karel the Dog commands in a grid world. |
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Karel Challenges
Students apply all the foundational concepts from Intro to Karel to solve new challenges. |
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JavaScript and Graphics
Students learn the basics of JavaScript including variables, user input, mathematics, and basic graphics. |
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Graphics Challenges
Students learn how to pair program while tackling more challenging tasks with JavaScript graphics. |
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JavaScript Control Structures
Students learn how to use control structures such as if/else statements and loops to make advanced programs in JavaScript. |
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Control Structures Challenges
Students apply the foundational concepts from the Control Structures unit to solve new challenges. |
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Functions and Parameters
Students learn to write reusable code with functions and parameters. |
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Functions Challenges
Students use what they have learned in the Functions module to solve new challenges. |
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Animation and Games
Students learn how to make objects move around the screen and let users interact using the mouse! |
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Animation Challenges
Students apply all the foundational concepts from the Animations unit to solve new challenges. |
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Project: Breakout
Students learn how to make their own Breakout game from scratch using JavaScript. |
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Basic Data Structures
Students explore lists/arrays, maps/objects, sets, and grids. These are the essential basic data structures for any program development. |
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Project: Tic Tac Toe
Students create their own game of Tic Tac Toe! Students apply what they have learned about data structures and make a two player tic tac toe game. |
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Project: Helicopter Game
Students demonstrate their programming prowess as they develop the classic Helicopter game one step at a time. |
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Final Project
Students apply the skills they've learned throughout the course to create an original program! |
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Final Exam
This course ends with a 25 question multiple choice exam. |
Explore programs that your students will build throughout this course!
Dive into the basics of programming and learn how to lead a successful introductory computer science class. This course covers everything from learning effective debugging methods to teaching computer science in a blended classroom. Perfect for teachers with limited or no programming experience.
View Units CodeHS PD OptionsIntroduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Bulldog) is aligned with the following standards
| Standards Framework | View Alignment |
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| Texas Computer Science 1 | View (74.6%) |
| South Dakota Computer Programming 1 | View (62.5%) |
| Virginia Computer Science Programming | View (61.9%) |
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