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.

Concepts

Computer Programming, computer code, javascript, variables, computer science, vocational training, technology resources

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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

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 L.9-10.6 L.11-12.6