What is Scratch (v3.0) and why is it great for beginner coders?
Scratch is a great block-based coding program used to help beginner coders learn the basics in programming, computer science, and computational thinking. We like to use it in the classroom because it helps students grow and learn without complex scripting.
We don’t know what programming languages will look like in the future. It’s most important to us students understand the concepts first. Once they understand how programming works, like when to use an ‘if statement’, then they’re better equipped to learn any coding language.
We also believe problem solving and learning computational thinking as the frame work will lead students to become better learners and future employees.
