While they are in the minority, there are some people out there that still don’t see the value in coding. However, others are debating whether or not it’s more important than learning a second language. Consider a recent article for the Shorthorn titled “Column: Coding is as valuable as a second language.”
Alex Purcell of the Shorthorn writes, “Computer coding covers the basics for fueling the revolution of computers and cell phones. And it’s something everyone should learn how to do. It’s redundant, but it bears need for emphasis: technology impacts every person. No matter what profession or lifestyle, it’ll find it’s way into everyone’s world. Technology embodies life in the 21st century. We need to learn about how it works. We need to learn about how technology survives and how it fails by learning to code. Computer coding is a way into the depths of the world around us. Software itself is becoming a universal language connected to the inner workings of our society. If we want to learn how to speak with the machines that surround us, we should have a basic knowledge about coding. Coding helps with finding jobs. Zach Sims, co-founder of Codecademy, says in a Time article that efficiency can be discovered by learning to code. ‘It creates higher-level job opportunities for un- and underemployed young people, some of whom will go on to found their own companies,’ he says. Not only could you start a breakthrough company, but pre-existing corporations are increasingly desperate to keep technology in their businesses. People who know how to program are crucial for an enterprise to compete and can quickly secure a place in the top tier of potential employees. Even if you don’t want to code for the rest of your life, there’s still use for it. Basic coding knowledge helps with grasping the automation that makes everyday life easier. It’s naive to be deaf to the current language of our world.”
When it comes to customized coding education, your best bet is CodeRev Kids. At CodeRev Kids, our lessons focus on computational thinking, which encompasses a wide variety of programming languages and concepts.
Our lessons build upon one another and we adjust starting points to each student’s level of expertise. Thus, the entire curriculum is customized. We are known for saying we are the most educational tech camp out there, but we also keep the focus on having fun. As a result, students stay engaged while learning to blend creativity with technology.