October has been busy and I haven't had much time to utilize Codecademy.
However, I have been asked by my school to develop a Course Description, and it is due in a week. This is a little bit difficult since I am still determining what exactly to include, let alone what the program is, but here is what I have so far:
Intro to Programming - This class will begin with the basics of website development (HTML5, CSS & JavaScript) and will incorporate other programming languages based on student interest or school needs. The main objective is to learn how to program and how to reason like a programmer. Mastering fundamental concepts will make it easier to experiment with other languages as the need arises.
I pretty much borrowed the last two lines from a website; I liked the way it explained the choice to call it "Intro to Programming." I thought about making it "Intro to Web Development" but then realized that if I do incorporate more of the computer-based programs (C++, Python (?)) I would have to make a whole new course. But then again, I have NO idea how to use those programs -- it would require me taking a course at a community college. But, it's a possibility. This course title keeps it open and vague (and is supported by the Principal).
Certainly, being vague is a benefit of the private education world!
<Let's get students enrolled!>
