<div><b>This introductory course is designed for young learners to dive into the world of coding in a fun and engaging way. Using block-based coding platforms, kids will learn the fundamentals of programming concepts such as sequences, loops, and events through interactive activities and hands-on projects. The course fosters creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking as students design their own animations, games, and simple programs. Perfect for beginners, this course builds a strong foundation in computational thinking while ensuring kids enjoy every step of their learning journey.</b></div><div><b>Recommended for ages 8 and up, this level is the first step in a broader robotics track, preparing students for more advanced coding and robotics challenges in the future.</b></div>

<div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:150%; mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><font face="Noto Sans Symbols"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><b>This level builds on foundational coding knowledge and introduces advanced block coding techniques to empower young learners to create more complex and dynamic projects. Designed for 8-year-old kids, the course combines fun, interactive lessons with hands-on activities to deepen their understanding of coding concepts like logic, loops, and conditionals.</b></span></font></p></div>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:150%; mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><font face="Noto Sans Symbols"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><b>Students will learn to create immersive AR and VR experiences using beginner-friendly tools like CoSpaces and simple block-based coding. They'll also explore the fundamentals of game design, developing their own interactive games while learning key programming concepts. By the end of this level, students will: Understand the basics of AR and VR technologies. Build simple AR and VR environments with interactive elements. Learn the principles of game mechanics and design. Develop their coding and problem-solving skills. This course is designed to inspire and equip students with essential 21st-century skills, preparing them to thrive in a technology-driven world.</b></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:150%; mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><font face="Noto Sans Symbols"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><b>Through interactive lessons, students will learn to: Understand the principles of AI and its real-world applications. Design, build, and program simple robots. Experiment with sensors and actuators to bring robots to life. Apply block coding to create AI-based projects like speech recognition or object detection. By the end of the course, students will have developed their own AI-powered robot, combining creativity, logic, and teamwork to solve real-world challenges. This course is perfect for nurturing critical thinking and sparking a lifelong interest in technology and innovation! Recommended Age Group: 8-12 years&nbsp; Prerequisite: Completion of Level 3 or equivalent foundational knowledge in robotics and coding.</b></span></font></p>