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MERRIMACK — Designed for middle and high school students, Coding for Kids at Nashua Community College uses video game development to teach students how to code
“It’s a great way to get coding instruction with support that your student can use whenever it fits into their life,” said CTE Computer Training Coordinator Kim Eckenrode. Coding for Kids costs $99 per person for one year or $179 for up to three members of one family, and software downloads are free.
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The self-paced program is an accessible way to try coding, so students can see if they are interested in exploring coding careers like game design. “Middle and high school students want to test drive different areas without a huge commitment. This is a low-impact way for your student to see if coding is for them, and in their own environment,” said Kim.
Why Coding?
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Aside from traditional STEM roles, many other career paths require a basic coding literacy. “These are real skills they are learning, applicable skills. Learning to code also helps develop problem-solving skills and creativity.”
High school students have used the program to prepare for the Computer Science AP exam, and homeschool students incorporate it into their STEM curricula.
How Coding for Kids works
Students move through an interactive online curriculum that teaches them how to code their own computer games, websites, and apps through the correct structure and environment. The program has lessons at Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced level.
Topics include:
- Javascript Game Design
- Python Multiplayer Adventures
- Responsive Website Development
- Virtual Reality & 3D Game Design
- Android Apps in Java
FAQ
NCC collaborated with Simply Coding to bring Coding for Kids to Greater Nashua. See a list of commonly asked questions & answers from Simply Coding
LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP:
Contact Kim Eckenrode at 603.578.8979, or keckenrode@ccsnh.edu.
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