Computer Science Discoveries
Overview
Computer Science Discoveries 1 will take students on a journey into one of the fastest-growing and most exciting fields of the century. The course explores how computer science exists all around us, even when we’re not aware. It gives students the opportunity to fine-tune their computer knowledge and coding skills, learn binary, and create innovative projects. No previous coding experience is needed to succeed in this course.
Major Concepts:
Start It Up:
- Welcome to Start It Up
- What’s Its Function?
- Do It for the Cookies
- You Oughta Know
- Start It Up Project
Step by Step:
- Welcome to Step by Step
- Every Step You Take
- 101 Problems
- Under One Condition
- Step by Step Discussion-Based Assessment
- Step by Step Project
Algorithms & Clues:
- Welcome to Algorithms & Clues
- One Way or Another
- Virtual Reality
- Show Me the Code
- Algorithms & Clues Exam
Man vs. Machine:
- Welcome to Man vs. Machine
- Give Me a Bit
- Talk Like a Computer
- Version Control
- Man vs. Machine Discussion-Based Assessment
- Segment Exam
Grade Level
Grade 6, 7, 8
Duration
Semester
Requirements
Printer
Prerequisites
None
