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Coding & Software Development

Stemtree Python/Scratch Coding Camp

Stemtree camps provide one-on-one instruction and customized learning plans, allowing students to progress at their own pace and build on knowledge gained in previous weeks.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels

About this camp

Stemtree's Python/Scratch Coding Camp offers a personalized learning experience where campers engage in hands-on activities to develop essential coding skills. Younger students (Grades K-3) utilize Scratch, a visual programming language, to create interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art, fostering basic reasoning and problem-solving. Older students (Grades 4-6) delve into Python, a popular language for data sciences and machine learning, learning concepts like loops, lists, and class structures in a fun, interactive environment to build games and solve real-life problems. The camp emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, with individualized instruction tailored to each student's skill level based on an initial assessment. Campers continuously build upon their knowledge, ensuring a progressive and engaging educational journey.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day involves one-on-one instruction and hands-on activities in coding, with opportunities to explore other STEM subjects like science, robotics, electricity & electronics, and mathematics.

Best suited for

This camp is best for students of all abilities who want to build confidence and become capable learners in STEM, particularly those interested in coding, robotics, and science.

What you'll learn

Scratch coding Python coding Game design Animation Problem-solving Critical thinking Data sciences

Location

Multiple Locations

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