Why Kids Should Learn to Code: Exploring Screen-Free Coding and Its Benefits for Learning
Coding can seem like one of those "must-do" elements in a STEM curriculum, but how do we integrate it without adding more screen time? In this video, we dive into the benefits of coding for kids and explore screen-free coding education options. Join us as we chat with Lauren Schroeder, the visionary behind Salt & Lightspeed, a resource that offers a unique, effective approach to coding education without relying on screens. Learn about Lauren’s journey, the development of Salt & Lightspeed, and how this resource aims to support families in providing meaningful coding experiences.
Key Points:
The importance of coding education for kids
Benefits of screen-free coding options
Insights from Lauren Schroeder on Salt & Lightspeed and its impact
Discover how you can enrich your child’s learning with innovative coding solutions!
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Timestamps:
00:00 You code?
03:17 Working definition: What is coding?
07:40 Why screen-free if you use screens? (It's not all or nothing!)
11:45 #wins
17:58 How Computers Think (free)
21:00 Learning Conversations
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