Introduction to Computer Science: Coding, 2nd Edition

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• Learn computer science fundamentals through coding, problem-solving, and computational thinking.
• Develop programming skills with hands-on projects and real-world technology applications.
• Explore computing careers while building a strong foundation in software development and design.

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Introduction to Computer Science: Coding is a one-of-a-kind text that introduces younger students to the exciting world of computer coding. Built for exploring computer science courses, this text shows students how easy it is to learn coding and is a great tool for encouraging students to pursue additional courses in computer science and IT. Designed for the classroom, this text provides a foundation in the concepts of programming using easy-to-learn, free software: Scratch, MIT App Inventor, OpenSCAD, and HTML.

Hands-On examples in each chapter walk students through coding examples so they can learn by doing.
Team-based activities, Cooperative Coding, encourage teamwork while creating coding projects.
Problem-solving skills are developed through Coding Conundrum features, which present students with code that must be analyzed and fixed.
In addition to learning programming, students have an opportunity to make cross-curricular connections with Math and Coding and Science and Coding features along with language arts activities at the end of each chapter.

1. Introduction to Computer Programming

2. Solving Problems

3. Introduction to the Scratch Coding Environment

4. Variables and Expressions

5. Decisions

6. Loops

7. Custom Blocks

8. Events

9. Sound and Video

10. Animation

11. Game Design

12. Apps

13. Working in Three Dimensions

14. Introduction to Coding Web Pages

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Interactive Content
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About the Author

Kathleen M. Austin was a senior lecturer in the School of Information Arts and Technologies at the University of Baltimore. She has participated in the development of many educational multimedia projects. She has authored, co-authored, or contributed to several textbooks, including Consumer Mathematics and Mathematics of the World of Work. She holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University and a Doctor of Communications Design from the University of Baltimore as well as IC3 certification.

Lorraine N. Bergkvist is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Baltimore providing instruction in Visual Basic programming, database implementation, and web-page creation. She is also the owner of Federal Hill Résumé Center, which provides professional résumé-writing services as well as consulting and editing in the information technology field. She developed the curriculum and taught the Introduction to Technology course at the University of Baltimore and the College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She holds a Master of Education degree from Towson University and IC3 certification and has received several scholarships and grants in the technology field.

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Quote Reviews and Assessments are helpful as well to help me gauge if students were able to grasp the material. Hands-On Examples are great for allowing students to try and work through an activity.

Evonne Hackett, Lakeview Middle School (GA), Foundations of Computer Programming/Foundations of Interactive Design

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