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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 and Graphics
Students learn the basics of JavaScript including variables, user input, mathematics, and basic graphics.
Graphics Challenges
Students learn how to pair program while tackling more challenging tasks with JavaScript graphics.
JavaScript 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 unit to solve new challenges.
Functions and Parameters
Students learn to write reusable code with functions and parameters.
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.
Intro to CS: JavaScript Pretest
Intro to CS: JavaScript Posttest

84
Lessons
65
Videos
119
Exercises
70
Challenges

Demo Programs

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Professional Development

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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Standards

Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Collie) is aligned with the following standards

Standards Framework View Alignment
Texas Computer Science 1 View (74.6%)
South Dakota Computer Programming 1 View (62.5%)
South Dakota Computer Programming 2 View (61.9%)

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