Level up your learning with advanced coding languages! Get the hands-on training you need to bring amazing coding experiences to Grade 6 - 12 students with this FREE workshop series!

Started with coding in the classroom and ready to take things to the next level?

In this series of hands-on, interactive workshops we will be exploring advanced text-based coding languages to support grades 6-12 teachers in building the skills they need to bring amazing learning experiences to their students.

This workshop series is intended for teachers who have some prior experience with teaching code, have a grasp of the fundamental concepts of programming (e.g. conditionals, loops, etc), and are looking to move on from block-based coding languages.

Scroll down for more detail about what sessions are being offered or click the "Register" button to view all sessions.

The workshops will be run virtually through Microsoft Teams. In order to participate, you will need access to a laptop with an internet connection. Additional downloads may be required.

WORKSHOP OPTIONS

Coding with Python

Python is one of the most popular programming languages around the world. Take your learning to the next level as we explore a range of hands-on, visually stimulating projects that will make your students love to code.

To participate in this workshop, you will need to create an account with Trinket.

Dates:

Wednesday, July 7 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm EST

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Coding with Processing

Processing is a unique programming language combines coding with digital arts and is designed for non-programmers. Get ready to explore the creative side of code as we dive into arts-based projects you can use with your class.

To participate in this workshop, you will need to download Processing.

Dates:

Tuesday July 13 from 10:00 – 11:30 am EST

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Coding with Arduino

Get hands-on experience with coding like never before with Arduino! Explore the applications of coding as we create exciting circuitry-based projects and discover the relationship between the digital and physical worlds.

To participate in this workshop, you will need to create an account with Tinkercad.

Dates:

Thursday July 22 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm EST

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Web Development

Have a website you love? It’s powered by HTML! In this workshops we will explore this important programming language as we learn to create our own websites from scratch using HTML and CSS.

To participate in this workshop, you will need to create an account with Trinket.

Dates:

Tuesday July 27 from 12:45 – 2:15 pm EST

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Video Game Design with Unity [Grades 9 – 12 only]

Ever wondered how some of your favourite games are made? Now’s your chance to learn how to program games with one of the industry’s most popular tools; Unity! Gain hands-on experience in the Unity editor as we learn to build our very own 3D game.

To participate in this workshop, you will need to download Unity. Click here for full instructions on how to complete the download. The download process can be lengthy; we encourage you to start the process at least 48 hours before the workshop.

Dates:

Wednesday, August 11 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

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Once you have registered for the webinar, you will receive a separate email containing details on how to access the session at least 48 hours before the start of the webinar.

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@stemminds.com!