Programming

“It’s not just about the coding, it’s about using coding to foster deeper learning that allows students to learn, apply what they learned, and demonstrate mastery of the core content.” Kathy BottaroDigital Learning Program CoordinatorSioux City Community School District Using Tynker Since: Fall 2014 How did Tynker address the challenges you faced in your district?   We were opening a new K-5 […]

Discover the essential basics of programming, from variables to object-oriented concepts. Learn how these fundamentals can launch your tech career and open new opportunities.

Did you know that programming is now a vital skill for young students? Experts say that “Code has become the 4th literacy,” on par with the traditional trio of reading, writing, and arithmetic. Moms and dads agree; according to a recent Gallup poll, over 90% of parents want their kids to learn programming. For many, addressing this need is as […]

The conventional belief has always been that kids interested in coding should develop strong math skills. However, it turns out the reverse may also be true: coding can help children build math skills and make learning math more engaging and fun. In the three years that Casita Center, a magnet elementary school in Southern California, has been teaching coding with Tynker, […]