Learn the fundamentals of coding with C++. This programming language is used by developers around the world to create apps, websites,and more. With C++, studentswill explore new skills and hands-on challenges to
advance their understanding of computers and programming.  

Once you have completed this course, you will be able to support your students in learning these skills as well.  

Welcome: Coding with C++

Professional Development Training Webinar

Coding in the Classroom Microcredential

Microcredential Discussion Part 1

Teacher Professional Development Certificate - C++

Licensing Agreement & Terms of Use

Teacher Training Webinars

Course Roadmap

Careers in Coding

Installing Code::Blocks (C++ Editor and Compiler)

How to Submit Assignments

Getting Started with C++

Module 1 Learning Goals

Intro to Computer Science (Video Lesson)

Discussion: Computers and Code

Module 1 - Intro to Computer Science

Module 2 Learning Goals

Hello World! (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Console Output Challenges

Discussion: C++ First Programs Reflection

COutputs Badge

Module 2 - Console Output

Module 3 Learning Goals

New Concepts: Variables and Operators

Making a Height Conversion Calculator with Variables (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Variables and Calculations Challenges

Discussion: Variables and Calculations

Calculation Variables Badge

Module 3 - Variables and Calculations

Module 4 Learning Goals

Creating an Interactive Chat Bot (Video Lesson)

Assignment: User Input Challenges

Discussion: User Input and Strings

Module 4 - User Input and Interactive Programs

Module 5 Learning Goals

New Concepts: Types of Conditionals

Creating a Simple Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Creating a Weather Recommendation Program (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Selection Structure Challenges

Discussion: Decisions, Decisions...

Module 5 - Selection Structures (Conditionals)

Module 6 Learning Goals

New Concepts: Loops

Creating a Number Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Creating a Countdown Clock (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Looping Challenges

Discussion: Repetition Structures

Module 6 - Repetition Structures (Loops)

Module 7 Learning Goals

Creating a Mark Calculator (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using Arrays Challenges

Discussion: Using Arrays

Module 7 - Arrays

Module 8 Learning Goals

Magic 8 Ball and Random Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using the Random Numbers

Discussion: Random Number Applications

Module 8 - Using Random Numbers

Module 9 Learning Goals

Creating a Calculator with Functions (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using Functions

Discussion: Using Functions

Module 9 - Functions

Module 10 Learning Goals

Planning Your Project

Assignment: Plan & Final Project

Discussion: Thinking Ahead

Module 10 - Final Project

Module 11 Learning Goals

How to Give & Receive Feedback Effectively (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Peer Feedback

Discussion: Testing Feedback

Module 11 - Peer Feedback

Module 12 Learning Goals

Assignment: Final Project Submission

Assignment: Lesson Plan Submission

Microcredential Discussion Part 2

Module 12 - Course Wrap Up

Coding with C++ Teacher Certificate

Course Survey

End of Course Survey & Course Certificate

Coding with C++

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STEM Minds

In this course you will learn about coding as a computer science field leading into learning about a coding tool - Processing which intersects Art with Coding beautifully. You will learn about using colors and generative art, decision making and conditions, using loops and other inputs, including external media. This is a fun course which highlights how coding is intertwined with art.

* Understand the fundamental concepts of coding (e.g. sequnce, conditionals, etc) across a range of programming languages

* Be able to create a working program that meets desired specifications through “remixing” projects and the creation of unique projects

* Develop and use troubleshooting strategies to refine and iterate projects

* Understand the real world applications of coding, related careers, and opportunities for personal growth through programming

The content of this course is Grade 3-8 appropriate

Welcome: Coding with Processing

Coding in the Classroom Micro-credential PDF

Teacher Professional Development Certificate - Processing

Teacher PD Webinar

Download Processing Editor

Getting Started with Processing

Intro to Computer Science

Module 1 Intro to Computer Science

Getting to Know Processing and Processing Sketches (Video Lesson)

Draw a Character (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Drawing on the Canvas Challenges

Discussion: Drawing on the Canvas

Module 2 Getting to Know Processing and Processing Sketches

Understanding RGB Colours & Variables (Video Lesson)

Creating Generative Art (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Colour Challenges

Discussion: Making Life Colourful

Module 3 Understanding RGB Colours & Variables

Conditionals, Logic, and Making Decisions (Video Lesson)

Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Conditionals Challenges

Discussion: If...Then...

Module 4 Conditionals, Logic, and Making Decisions

Getting to Know Loops

Creating Pixel Art with Loops (Video Lesson)

Discussion: Using Loops

Module 5 Getting to Know Loops

Input Options (Video Lesson)

Smooth Motion with Keys (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Input Challenges

Discussion: Using Inputs

Module 6 Input Options

Loading External Images (Video Lesson)

Painting a Picture (Video Lesson)

Assignment: PImage Challenges

Discussion: Using PImage

Module 7 Loading External Images

How to Plan Your Code

Assignment: Intro to the Final Project

Discussion: Starting Our Final Project

Module 8 How to Plan Your Code

Why Test?

How to Give & Receive Feedback

Assignment: Giving Peer Feedback

Discussion: Testing & Feedback

Module 9 Why Test?

Assignment: Submit Your Final Project

Teacher Courses STEAM Hub Certificate - Processing

Course Feedback Survey

Module 10 Final Project

Coding with Processing

Students will learn variousmethods of capture and skills such as understanding camera hardware, Learning about focal points and design elements, Lighting, Stop motionanimation and much more throughout this course! 

Welcome: Film & Photography

Digital Art & Media in the Classroom.pdf

Teacher Professional Development Certificate

Getting Started With Pixlr

Saving Your Work in Pixlr

Download Stop Motion Studio

Let's Get Started

Parts of a Camera (Video Lesson)

Phone and Tablet Photography Tips

Discussion: Taking Photos

Module 1: Introduction to Cameras

Key Term: Focal Point

The Rule of Thirds (Video Lesson)

Editing Photos with Pixlr (Video Lesson)

Tips for Editing Your Photos

Download: Pixlr Cheat Sheet

Assignment: Focal Point and Rule of Thirds

Discussion: Beginning Photography

Module 2: Focal Point and Rule of Thirds

Design Elements: Line, Shape, Colour, Size (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Design Elements Part 1

Discussion: Challenge Check In

Module 3: Design Elements Part 1

Design Elements: Texture, Space, Value (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Design Elements Part 2

Discussion: Favourite Elements

Module 4: Design Elements Part 2

Angles and Perspective (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Angles and Perspective

Discussion: Challenges

Module 5: Angles & Perspective

Types of Light (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Lighting

Discussion: Photography Wrap-Up

Module 6: Lighting

What is Stop-Motion Animation?

Props in Stop Motion Animation

Creating a Story Board (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Story Board & Planning

Discussion: Success with Storyboards

Module 7: Stop Motion Animation Part 1

Intro to Using Stop Motion Studio (Video Lesson)

Tips & Tricks for Creating Your First Stop Motion Animation Video

Assignment: Stop Motion Animation

Discussion: Stop Motion Filming and Editing

Module 8: Stop Motion Animation Part 2

Assignment: Final Project

Discussion: Your Project, Your Vision

Module 9: Intro to the Final Project

How to Give & Receive Feedback (Video Lesson)

Discussion: Feedback & You

Module 10: Peer Feedback

Module 11: Course Wrap-Up

Film and Photography Teacher Certificate

Film & Photography

 Have a website you love? It’s powered by HTML! In this course,
students will explore this important programming language as they learnto create theirown websites from scratch using HTML and CSS.  

Welcome: Web Development

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