Teaching students to code on the iPad iBook Released

The language of Code is a universal language. We use technology almost every minute of everyday and yet we remain ignorant of how technology actually works. What drives this technology? Code!
This ebook aims to give the power back to the teachers and students. Code is easy and with some step by step instructions we can introduce the language of code to the students who sit in our classrooms.
Structured lesson plans combined with simple and easy to follow video tutorials, will allow teachers to introduce coding lessons in a fun and non threatening manner.
With a focus on collaborative learning, “Teaching Students to Code on the iPad” works! It drifts away from a teacher focussed model, allowing students to develop Coding skills at their own rate and allows teachers to facilitate the learning to a greater extent.

iBook can be purchased here:
https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/teaching-students-to-code/id729919770?mt=11&ls=1

Hour of Code supported with this iBook.

Augmented Reality and Coding

In my latest Augmented Reality experiment I have combined two of my passions! Teaching kids to Code and Augmented Reality. I have been introducing my Year 5 students to the language of Code this term and I have been wanting to cater for all my learners. Especially those who need extra consolidation.

Using the Hopscotch App, my students have been creating their own digital games. I thought I would use Aurasma to help consolidate these lessons. Here is the result.

I continue to look for Augmented Reality opportunities in my class to consolidate, differentiate and enhance learning with my students.

AR Rocks!

Paul

Let's get our little students learning to code

Let's get little ones learning to code. Get them off these so called educational Apps and let them experience the magic of programming and making the characters on our iPad react to our commands. Follow up with older learners with Hopscotch App and GamePress App!
http://youtu.be/mqo9K4Dw31M