Term 1 | Block Coding | 03 Feb – 23 Mar

Introduction to coding concepts like Sequencing, Loops, Events.

Term 3   |  Scratch  |  20 Jul – 07 Sep

Creative and interactive way of coding concepts like Motion and Looks, Sounds and Events, Control Structures, Animation, Broadcast and Messaging.

Term 4   |  Minibot  |  12 Oct – 30 Nov

Small programmable robot that can be coded using both color-based markers and visual programming languages.

Term 1 | Game Maker | 03 Feb – 23 Mar

Game maker application serves as a creative playground for young minds, offering an engaging and intuitive platform for learning coding concepts.

User-friendly interface allows students to explore and understand fundamental coding principles, including algorithms, patterns, and conditionals, while fostering a hands-on, playful approach to learning.

With a focus on sparking creativity, Game Maker empowers students to design their own games, cultivating problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of computational thinking.

Term 3   |  Microchip |  20 Jul – 07 Sep

Students transition from basic programming concepts to more advanced problem-solving, aiming to apply and combine previously learned ideas. The curriculum begins with a light review and then delves deeply into the concept of functions, introducing challenging puzzles that blend various complex concepts.

Block Coding emphasizes on core concepts covered include events, conditionals, functions, digital citizenship, and aspects of copyright and creativity.

Students will work in independence and collaboration, they are encouraged to work together to find solutions, fostering perseverance, and providing praise for helping peers.

Term 4 | Prototyping, AI & Animation | 12 Oct – 30 Nov

This Term students will join an exhilarating coding expedition where they will learn Prototyping, AI & Animation.

Embark on a dynamic journey into the world of coding, where innovation meets creativity in Prototyping, AI, & Animation. In this immersive program, participants will delve into the art of prototyping, honing skills that bridge the gap between concept and reality. From turning ideas into tangible prototypes to understanding the intricacies of user interactions, this coding adventure cultivates a hands-on approach to design and implementation.

Unlock the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as you explore the principles behind machine learning and automation. Dive into the algorithms that power intelligent systems, and learn how to harness AI to solve real-world problems. The program guides participants through the usage of AI applications, offering a glimpse into the transformative capabilities of this cutting-edge technology.

In the realm of Animation, participants will bring their imaginations to life through coding. Explore the fundamentals of animation, from frame-by-frame creation to interactive storytelling. Learn the coding languages that empower animators to breathe life into characters, scenes, and visual narratives. Through hands-on projects, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of animation techniques, unleashing their creativity in the digital realm..

Term 1 | Web Development | 03 Feb – 23 Mar

Students will learn how to create website and this program will provide them with a practical and creative outlet for the use of world wide web.

• Program begins by thinking about the role of the web, and how it can be used as a medium for creative expression.
• Students have brainstorming session using whiteboard to chalk down website name, webpage and website content.
• Students develop their webpage pages and begin to see themselves as programmers.
• Students are encouraged think critically about the impact of sharing information online and how to be more critical content consumers.
• Students will learn how to create use styling elements with CSS
• Students will learn to insert images, video’s to the webpage and link different webpages using hyperlinks
• At the conclusion of the term, students compile their work to create a personal website they can publish and share.
• Students will learn to how to code-to-decode the real-world problems with the help of problem-solving techniques and discuss societal impacts of computing and the internet.

CodeStar students Website Projects:

Burger Load

Cricket

Harry Potter

Dinosaurs

Term 3   |  Mobile App |  20 Jul – 07 Sep

Students will be introduced to first step of Mobile application development. This program will develop the cognitive maturity in the kids to think about plans that they want to bring to life using Mobile Application.

Students will build and share their own apps using features like buttons, text, images, sound, and screens. Project can be shared with family and friends.

Students will learn to:

• Setup different screen properties of the application
• Make application interactive
• Include button, text, sounds, images and videos to the application
• Learn design mode and different tools and UI controls
• End of the term students will share project app with family and friends

CodeStar students Mobile App Projects:

YUMMY App

Math Learning App

Term 4 | Advanced Microchip & Apps | 12 Oct – 30 Nov

Term 4, Students will embark on a technological journey with the “Creating Apps for Devices”, where students delve into the captivating realm of physical devices in computing.

Students will use Mobile Application and microchip, and craft ingenious programs that harness the very hardware inputs and outputs found in smart devices, unraveling the transformative process from a basic prototype to a polished product.

Furthermore, students unleash their inner innovators by exploring how these physical devices can ingeniously respond to the world, adopting a “maker” mindset to fashion prototypes with everyday materials.