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Coding

How Does Block-Based Programming Make Coding Easier?

Many of the coding applications and programs designed for kids to learn how to program will use a block-based approach. Programs such as Scratch let kids use blocks instead of having to write lines of complex syntax and code. But just...

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25th July 2022

Game Design

How Do Video Games Help with Math Skills?

Research results published by Science Daily in 2016 explained how teenagers who played video games, got better scores at school. However, this contrasted with kids in the same age bracket who spent time on social media, where their...

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25th July 2022

Roblox

What Code Does Roblox Use? (Lua, C++, Java, or Python)

When parents are considering what type of coding course to enrol their kid in, the type of code used will be a big factor. Some programming languages are easier for kids to pick up than other, particularly if they already have some...

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27th June 2022

Touch typing

What Age Should a Child Learn to Type?

Touch typing is one of the most valuable skills that a kids can learn. It not only helps with schoolwork but can also set them up with an advantage in later life with employment prospects – many jobs require quick typing skills, but...

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20th June 2022

Coding

The FunTech Hacking Course for 13-Year-Olds

The FunTech Cyber Security course teaches 12 to 16 years old how to hack in an ethical and responsible manner. It runs as a day camp or residential camp over the summer months. It’s the ideal hacking course for 13-year-olds who can...

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20th June 2022

Coding, Summer Camps

How Do You Explain Machine Learning to a Kid?

According to IBM, machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) which focuses on the use of data and algorithms to imitate how humans learn, gradually improving the accuracy of the computer’s decision-making process....

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27th May 2022

Tech Courses

After School Clubs: Online & Virtual Computer Clubs & Lessons

When school’s out for the day and you have your child home and fed with the obligatory snack, how best can you keep them entertained? Well, aside from the traditional after school activities that kids love to take part in such as play,...

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25th August 2021

Touch typing

How Typing Skills Can Lead to a Career

We previously wrote about how touch typing is an essential skill that all kids should learn. So many future careers will depend on typing ability to succeed, but there are also some jobs that rely on just typing skills alone. If you...

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24th August 2021

Robotics

What Careers Use Robotics in Their Daily Work?

As technology advances, more and more jobs are using robotics in their daily work. Industries all over the globe are beginning to invest into robotics which in turn can open up new career opportunities. With this increase in demand,...

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24th August 2021

Robotics

Is Robotics a Good Career Choice or Path for Kids?

Robotics plays a critical role in how workplaces function all over the world, taking care of time-consuming or dangerous tasks, or being used to analyse and collect important data. With an ever-increasing demand for those who have...

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24th August 2021

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