2016-04-13-art-tech-psyche.md

Coding in the Digital Classroom

Tools and strategies for teaching code online

URL for this outline: http://thewc.co/s/atp2016

April 14th, 2016

Intro

Susan Buck http://susanbuck.net

Nicole Noll @nenoll

Survey of learning environments and tools

Netflix for Developers

Examples

• Laracasts, Example
• Lynda $25/mo or free for Harvard affiliates
• Khan Academy Free

Tools

• Camtasia Mac/PC $99
• Screenflow Mac $99
• Microphone: Audio Technica AT2020USB Condenser Microphone $150
• YouTube, Vimeo, Self-hosted

Interactive Web App Learning

Examples

• Code School
  • “Learn by doing”
  • Example
  • $29/mo
• CodeCademy
  • Example
  • Free

Tools

• Custom LCMS (Learning Content Management System)

MOOC Massive Open Online Course

Examples

• Coursera - For-profit
• EdX - Non-profit

Tools

• Custom LMS (Learning Management System)/LCMS (Learning Content Management System)

SPOC Small Private Online Course

Example

• Women's Coding Collective

Tools

• Custom LCMS (Learning Content Management System)
• YouTube
• Forum “Study Groups”

Distance Learning

Example

• CSCI E-15 Dynamic Web Applications
• Structures: Online only, Hybrid

Tools

• Slack, Piazza
• WebEx Web Conferencing
• CodeShare

Traditional College Courses

Example

• Wellesley CS111 Computer Programming and Problem Solving

Tools

• Self-evaluation/reflection
• GradeScope

Considerations

• Structure
• Community
• Accreditation
• Certification weight
• Project-based
• Evaluation
• Scalability
• Cost
• Completion

Discussion

• Applies beyond the scope of programming
• How do digital classrooms impact your field?