Is this course suitable for children or teens?

Yes! This Programming for Beginners course is designed to be beginner-friendly and is suitable for children and teens who want to learn coding in a fun and engaging way.

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Getting Started with Coding

Start small, think big – coding for beginners who want to make their mark in the digital world.

8 Interactive Lessons and 86 topics mapped to the official exam objectives

Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access

8Interactive Lessons

86Topics

42Flashcards

42Glossary of terms

01 / Skills you'll get

What you will be able to do

“Getting Started with Coding” is your hands-on guide to stepping into the coding field with confidence. Packed with interactive exercises, from creating animated chats in Scratch to coding gadgets that measure temperature, this course walks you through the coding essentials. You’ll learn how to brainstorm ideas, design flowcharts, fix errors, and even share your programs with the world.

Understand the building blocks of programming.
Learn how to tackle challenges step-by-step using code.
Map out coding processes visually to plan projects.
Get comfortable with using Scratch to create fun animations and games.
Learn how to navigate and use coding tools effectively.
Identify and fix errors in your code.
Plan and build coding projects from start to finish.
Challenge your coding skills by taking up interactive projects.
Understand how to store and use data in your code.

Course Highlights

8 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices

02 / Lessons & labs

See exactly what you will learn and practice

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Lessons

8 Interactive Lessons · 86 topics

01 Introduction 4 topics

About This Course
What’s New In The Second Edition
About You
About The Icons

02 Project 1: Get Started 11 topics

Coding Quickstart
Flowcharting
Picking A Language
Using A Dashboard (Ide)
Setting Up Your Account In Scratch
Getting Around In Scratch
Using The Code Tab In Scratch
Getting Around In Makecode
Using The Code Toolbox In Makecode
Fixing Errors
Getting Help

03 Project 2: Jungle Chat 16 topics

Brainstorm
Flowchart
Start A New Project
Add A Backdrop
Add Animal Sprites
Add Text-To-Speech Commands
Code The Monkey To Run When Clicked
Code The Monkey To Ask The User's Name
Make And Give The Greeting
Code The Monkey To Play A Sound
Code The Snake To Play A Sound You Record
Code The Toucan To Play A Sound From The Sound Library
Enhance Your Scene
Save, Test, And Debug Your Program
Share Your Program With The World
Big Ideas In The Project

04 Project 3: Freeze The Pops 11 topics

Brainstorm
Flowchart
Start A New Project
Make A Variable
Code Button A To Measure And Show The Temperature
Continue Coding Button A To Show If The Pops Are Frozen
Save, Test, And Debug Your Program
Transfer Your Program To The Micro:Bit
Put Your Micro:Bit In The Freezer
Enhance Your Gadget
Big Ideas In The Project

05 Project 4: Jellyfish Jumble 13 topics

Brainstorm
Flowcharts
Start A New Project
Add A Backdrop
Add A Jellyfish Sprite And Custom Costumes
Make A Mr. Jelly Sprite And A Fake Sprite
Code The Green Flag Blocks
Code The Faker Clones To Swish
Code Mr. Jelly To Know He’S Been Found
Enhance Your Scene
Save, Test, And Debug Your Program
Share Your Program With The World
Big Ideas In The Project

06 Project 5: Card War 10 topics

Brainstorm
Flowcharts
Start A New Project
Make A Variable
Code On Shake To Make And Send Your Number
Code An On Radio Received Block To Identify A Winner
Save, Test, And Debug Your Program
Transfer Your Program To The Micro:Bit
Enhance Your Gadget
Big Ideas In The Project

07 Project 6: Avoid The Asteroids 15 topics

Brainstorm
Flowcharts
Start A New Project
Add Three Backdrops
Add A Robot Sprite
Add An Asteroid Sprite
Make Dents And TimerVariables
Add Background Music From The Sound Library
Code The Green Flag Blocks
Build Your Asteroid Field
Code Key Control Of The Robot
Enhance Your Scene
Save, Test, And Debug Your Program
Share Your Program With The World
Big Ideas In The Project

08 Project 7: Get Fancy 6 topics

Programming Your Own Ideas
Getting Your Scratch Programs Into The World
Making Your Gadgets Real
Upping Your Game
Souping Up User Interfaces In Scratch
Next Steps

03 / FAQs

Questions before you start

How can I start a career in coding?

Starting a career in coding begins with learning coding fundamentals, which this course covers. By building your coding foundation, practicing with small projects, and gradually exploring advanced topics, you can open doors to various tech-related roles.

Which coding is best for beginners?

Scratch is an excellent starting point for beginners because it’s visual, interactive, and fun. This course uses Scratch to introduce coding concepts, making it easy to understand for anyone with no prior experience.

Who is this course for?

This Beginner coding course is perfect for anyone curious about coding – whether you’re a complete beginner, a hobbyist, or a young learner wanting to explore technology.

What programming languages will I learn in this online coding course for beginners?

You’ll primarily learn Scratch language and MakeCode program, which are block-based programming environments designed to help beginners grasp coding concepts easily. These languages are great starting points.

What are the benefits of learning to code?

Learning to code boosts problem-solving skills, creativity, and logical thinking. It opens up new career opportunities and allows you to create your own apps, games, and projects.

Your First Steps into Programming

Step into coding with fun, hands-on projects that make learning easy, whether you’re building games, gadgets, or animations – no experience required!

1 year of full access
Certificate of completion