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Explore the fundamentals of coding in Javascript with the first video of this four-part series. After learning about the three basic data types — strings, numbers, and Boolean — young programmers are taught how to create, define, and manipulate variables in simple lines of code.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Supplement a computer programming unit on JavaScript with this series of instructional videos on coding basics
- Allow students to follow along and practice the coding techniques explained by the presenter
- Pause the video as needed to offer more detailed instruction or answer any questions
- Have students watch the video individually, providing them with a series of coding tasks to perform afterward to demonstrate their learning
Classroom Considerations
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Video uses screen capture to offer visual demonstrations of the coding concepts being presented
- Clear explanations are provided for each line of code written in the video
Cons
- Presentation of the content material is a little dry and may not capture the engagement of all learners
- Resource is a YouTube video, which your site's Internet usage policy may or may not allow