Computer Science

(Taken as part of the quarterly rotation with Visual Arts, Drama and Music) This course is designed to provide our youngest students with a comfortable entry into the world of computer science, as well as an opportunity to build computational thinking skills. As with technology in general, the course content will always be evolving to meet the needs of the students. The skills and confidence developed in this class serve as a foundation for further exploration of computer science at Nobles.

Students in this project-based class explore the connections between computing and the real world. Understanding the main concepts of computer science, such as variables, loops, conditional statements, data structures, and algorithmic approaches to problem solving, will help students understand and impact an increasingly technological world. Through individual and collaborative work during the first half of the semester, students are exposed to a variety of tools and processes, while the second half allows for a deeper understanding of a chosen area of study.