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Grasshopper
by Jennifer Robb Are you interested in text-based coding, but aren’t quite sure where to begin? Google’s Grasshopper uses a game-based approach to teach the fundamentals of JavaScript, one of the world’s most commonly used programming languages. JavaScript has numerous applications, … Continue reading
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MakeCode
by Devin Flynn (writing & research) MakeCode is a free, online coding platform which allows for creative, engaging learning experiences. Designed by Microsoft, this open source platform supports students on a progression path into real-world programming. This learning platform brings … Continue reading
micro:bit
by Devin Flynn (writing & research) micro:bit is an open source hardware that was designed by BBC in partnership with many companies including Microsoft. It functions as a mini-programmable computer that can be coded on a computer, and uploaded to … Continue reading
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GoNoodle
by Christina Campbell (writing & research) and Samantha Snider (research) GoNoodle is a free website, with a downloadable app, that is designed to teach students through movement. Through physical activity, students develop confidence in themselves as GoNoodle activities enhance students’ … Continue reading
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BLOXELS edu
By: Laura Morrison BLOXELS has developed Bloxels edu, so let’s explore what’s new! If you’re not yet familiar with the original Bloxels, check out this short video clip that gives a quick overview of what Bloxels is: Like … Continue reading
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Monster Math
by Amanda Trigiani Take an adventure with a monster named Maxx in an exciting game that practices core math skills. Learners get to travel into 4 different worlds to save Maxx’s friend Dextra, battle enemies and find allies. The engaging … Continue reading
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Brain it On!
by Amanda Trigiani I must admit, I am obsessed with this game! Brain it on! is a physics game that encourages you to problem-solve to complete unique tasks. Each puzzle has multiple solutions, so you can get creative designing solutions … Continue reading
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Move the Turtle
by Maya Staresinic Possessing the ability to code opens up so many doors and exposes our students to many opportunities. This is something we have said before, and something that we will continue to preach (because it’s true!). It has … Continue reading
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Erase All Kittens
by Lauren Fridman I don’t know about you, but when I started working for the STEAM Makerlab and the idea of learning to code came up, I was totally unsure about it. Not in the sense that coding isn’t important, … Continue reading
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The Sandbox EDU
by Maya Staresinic It is well known that many students enjoy the occasional video game. Time and time again I have heard students say, “When I got home I played some video games…” Well, we have found a game that … Continue reading
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Lightbot
by Maya Staresinic With all of the talk surrounding coding, it seems as if teaching our students how to code has recently become viewed as good teaching practice. Although today’s modern students are more advanced in technology than students ever … Continue reading
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