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Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Collie)

This is a semester-long version of the main CodeHS Intro to Computer Science course in JavaScript. This is a first computer science course that teaches the fundamentals of coding.

Overview & Highlights

Level
High School
Contact Hours
75
Timeframe
Semester

Course Overview

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Programming with Karel
Students learn the basics of programming by giving Karel the Dog commands in a grid world.
Karel Challenges
Students apply all the foundational concepts from Intro to Karel to solve new challenges.
JavaScript Basics
Students learn the basics of JavaScript including variables, user input, mathematics, and functions.
The Canvas and Graphics
Students learn how to add graphics objects and position them on the canvas.
Graphics Challenges
Students apply what they have learned about graphics and basic JavaScript to complete a set of challenges.
Control Structures
Students learn how to use control structures such as if/else statements and loops to make advanced programs in JavaScript.
Control Structures Challenges
Students apply the foundational concepts from the Control Structures module to solve new challenges.
Functions
Students learn to write reusable code with functions, parameters, and return values, and explore the impact of variable scopes.
Functions Challenges
Students use what they have learned in the Functions module to solve new challenges.
Final Project
Students apply what they have learned in JavaScript to program graphics and game challenges.

96
Lessons
77
Videos
168
Exercises
79
Challenges
108
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Teaching Intro Computer Science in JavaScript

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.

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