Why All Students Should Learn How to Code in Elementary School - Catapult Learning - 0 views
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s a skill set that students could use for a future career in a world that has a shortage of skilled coders and programmers,
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Math concepts such as variables and conditions Logic such as sequencing as well as cause and effect Techniques for solving problems Project design such as the importance of breaking down big ideas to specific tasks Benefits of collaboration and techniques for communicating ideas Ability to take criticism as well as identify and fix errors Perseverance in the face of difficulty
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incorporating coding helps students gain skills such as sequencing, problem solving, math concepts, as well as perseverance so that they will become better readers, writers, and mathematicians. I believe that making the time during the school day will prove beneficial for all students.
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