2021 June Holidays : ScratchThinker 8-Day Coding Camp (Age 7 - 12)

• Ages 7 to 12 years old
• Beginner friendly, no prior programming experience needed

• NOW: $432 (Usual:$480)
• Sign up early to enjoy our Early Bird Discount: 10% Off - Use code: EARLYBIRD10 upon checkout

• 8-Day Camp (Completed within 2 weeks)
• Location: Physical Classes at Computhink@ Toa Payoh Public Library / Via Zoom Conferencing
• Max 1:6 Instructor to Student ratio
  

• Physical Camp: Laptops will be provided for students.
• Online Camp: A working laptop or computer (Recommended system - CPU: Intel Core i3-3210 3.2 GHz / AMD A8-7600 APU 3.1 GHz or equivalent, RAM: 2GB) with a strong internet connection, and a working web camera

Choose a camp (4 days/week, Mon - Thu, 1.5 hours/day):

(Age 7 - 9 )

Camp 1 : 31 May to 10 June, 9AM - 10.30AM (*Online Camp)

• Week 1: May 31, June 1, 2, 3 (Mon - Thu)
• Week 2: June 7, 8, 9, 10 (Mon - Thu)

Camp 2 : 31 May to 10 June, 11AM - 12.30PM (*Online Camp)

• Week 1: May 31, June 1, 2, 3 (Mon - Thu)
• Week 2: June 7, 8, 9, 10 (Mon - Thu)

Camp 3 : 14 June to 24 June, 3.30PM - 5PM

• Week 1: June 14, 15, 16, 17 (Mon - Thu)
• Week 2: June 21, 22, 23, 24 (Mon - Thu)

(Age 10 - 12 )

Camp 1 : 31 May to 10 June, 1.30PM - 3PM (*Online Camp)

• Week 1: May 31, June 1, 2, 3 (Mon - Thu)
• Week 2: June 7, 8, 9, 10 (Mon - Thu)

Camp 2 : 14 June to 24 June, 5.30PM - 7PM

• Week 1: June 14, 15, 16, 17 (Mon - Thu)
• Week 2: June 21, 22, 23, 24 (Mon - Thu)

Update 18 May'21:

*In line with Phase 2 (heightened alert), Camps from 31 May - 10 June will be conducted online via Zoom Conferencing.

** Camps from 14 June - 24 June will continue physically at Computhink@ToaPayohLibrary

• Learn fundamental coding concepts using the popular Scratch platform (scratch.mit.edu).
• Apply learnt concepts to code interactive Games, Animations and Stories.
• Challenge themselves by coding one or more projects every day.
• Experience what programming is, and how it is used professionally to solve problems and create solutions.
• Encourage your child to want to learn how things work and develop a creator mindset.

Our camp is supplemented with our proprietary student web portal where students can access coding notes, class recordings, homework assignments, and also serves as a safe place for students to discuss/connect with their peers and instructors.

Day 1 & 2: Introduction to Basic Coding Concepts

• Learn about the Scratch Online Coding Platform
• Learn why Coding and Computational Thinking can be used
• Learn about Code Sequences and Loops.

Day 3 & 4: Data Variables and Computer Memory

• Learning about data variables (it’s a bit like algebra!).
• Variable properties and how to set/ change variables
• Using data variables in calculations and projects.

Day 5 & 6: Conditional Logic

• Learning about Conditions and If-Then-Else
• Make decisions in code using conditions.
• Using both Conditions and Loops for projects.

Day 7 & 8: Operators and Project Planning

• Learn about mathematical and comparison operators.
• Brainstorming and Mind-Mapping Techniques.
• Learn to plan, design and code a final project.

Qn: What do I need to prepare for this camp?

Ans: For physical classes at Computhink Kids SG's Centre at Toa Payoh Public Library, laptops will be provided for students. You may bring along a jacket and water for your child.

For online classes, please make sure that your child has a working computer or laptop (Recommended system - CPU: Intel Core i3-3210 3.2 GHz / AMD A8-7600 APU 3.1 GHz or equivalent, RAM: 2GB), with a strong internet connection, and a working web camera.

Qn: How are Virtual Zoom Classes held?

Ans: We have been conducting zoom virtual lessons for all our regular weekly students from Feb 2020 till now, so we are experts in making the online learning experience work for your child. Here are the things we do:

- StudentWeb Online Portal (LMS): All our notes, videos, assignments, zoom links are available online in our StudentWeb Portal. This is similar to the SLS that our MOE schools use, all our students will have secure access to the system for the camp.

- Secure Zoom with Remote Support: We use the paid premium and secure version of Zoom with Remote Support enabled. When students need help, we can remote login to the student's computers to help them. This is similar to how we would walk around the physical class to help individual students, so the support experience is the same.

- Class Recordings: All online zoom classes are recorded and made available to students to view after the class. Students can review the lessons after, and replay parts of the lessons that they had problems understanding.

Qn: How should I prepare for the Virtual Zoom Classes?

- For the best virtual learning experience, it is recommended to have a second monitor plugged into your main computer. i.e. you have 2 screens. One screen is for viewing the teacher's screen, and another screen is for your child to do their code.

- For younger students of the age 7 to 8, please have an adult within calling distance for the first 15-30 minutes of the class, as they may need help with how to operate a computer.

- Join the online session 10-15 minutes earlier. We will usually have the zoom session up 15 minutes before the class starts.

Qn: Does my child need to download any software for this camp?

Ans: No, your child does not need to download any software for this camp. Students will be doing their programming on MIT's Scratch platform(scratch.mit.edu).

Qn: How many students are there in a class?

Ans: We maintain a small classroom size of maximum 6 students:1 instructor for the best learning experience for your child.

Qn: Does my child need to attend the same timeslot for each day?

Ans: Yes, students will attend the same time slot for every day of the 8-day camp.

Qn: Will there be any make up classes provided if my child miss a class?

Ans: We do not provide make up sessions , however, we do provide the class recordings and materials for any missed classes.

Qn: Do you provide a certificate upon completion of this course?

Ans: Yes, we provide every student with a digital certificate of completion at the end of the camp.

Qn: My child does not fit within the recommended age range, do you have courses for younger/older kids?

Ans: Yes, we do offer theMinecraft CodeThinker 8-Day Coding Camp for kids aged 8 to 12 or the PythonThinker 8-Day Coding Camp for kids aged 12 to 16.

Qn: My child has attended the camp and is interested to continue his or her learning, what are the courses available?

Ans: We have many students who started learning programming in the holiday camps and choose to continue their learning with us in our weekly classes. We offer a structured progressive curriculum that focuses on long-term practical programming skills for ages 7 through 16.

Have we answered your queries? If not, please feel free to write in to us at [email protected] or whatsapp us at +65 8858 6173 and we will be happy to help!

Here at Computhink, we are committed to delivering the highest quality in our classes, our small classroom size ensures that every child is given the attention they need to learn. We believe in having fun while learning, and to make sure they come hand in hand, our classes include activities and challenges to create an engaging learning experience for our students. We love coding, and we hope to impart this love to every child that we teach.

**Note: We will be taking photographs or videos of the students during the class. By registering your child's attendance, you are granting Computhink your permission to use photographs, videos or other materials produced during the class as part of Computhink's electronic or non-electronic promotional materials.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

Get App

Host or Publisher Computhink Kids SG