It is evident that COVID has accelerated digital transformation in every aspect of our lives, from Zoom calls to buying groceries online we have embraced technology. It should come as no surprise that parents are observing changes in the lives and asking: should my son or daughter learn how to code?
At The Logic Coders, we have seen parents of children as young as 4 years old seeking coding classes! We appreciate parent's desire for wanting the best for their children, we do too. However, it does beg the question - what do kids actually learn in coding classes? This is not only important for you as parents in deciding whether to send your child for coding classes, but for you have the right expectations.
This discussion is best segmented in to three age groups. We are also assuming that they are learning to code on the Lego EV3 Robotics platform.
Ages 5 to 6
3 Months
Understand that coding is a way of providing instructions to computers
Improve hand eye coordination as they interact with the Lego EV3 pieces, keyboard and mouse
>6 Months
Develop spatial thinking through creating structures in with Lego EV3 pieces
Some understanding of basic coding logic of sequencing and loops
Able to code but mainly through memory and repetition rather than understanding
Ages 7 to 11
3 Months
Develop spatial thinking through creating structures in with Lego EV3 pieces
Understand basic coding logic of if-else ,sequencing and loops
Able to code partially through understanding but might rely on some memory and repetition
>6 Months
Fully understand basic coding logic of if-else ,sequencing and loops
Able to apply coding logic to solve problems through understanding
Develop appreciation for engineering as they design and build various mechanisms using Lego EV3
Ages 12 to 16
3 Months
Fully understand basic coding logic of if-else ,sequencing and loops
Able to apply coding logic to solve problems through understanding
Develop appreciation for engineering as they design and build various mechanisms using Lego EV3
>6 Months
Able to apply knowledge at a higher level by solving increasingly complex problems
The Logic Coders is a coding school for kids aged 6-16 in Singapore
Locations: City Square Mall #06-05 / Parkway Centre #13-07
We offer term-time and holiday programs using the Lego EV3 Robotics platform and Python
Learn more at: https://www.thelogiccoders.com.sg/