Honors Computer Science Discoveries

The Honors Computer Science Discoveries course, taught by Rebekah Lang, is an online course designed for students in grades 6 and up. This honors-level course uses a curriculum adapted from Code.org's Computer Science Discoveries and is intended for those with little to no experience in computer science. Through this course, students will develop problem-solving skills, learn the basics of computational thinking, and become familiar with algorithms, logic, and math as they relate to computer programming. The course utilizes Code.org's Web Lab and Game Lab environments, as well as AdaFruit Circuit Playground boards, to teach students HTML, CSS, and basic coding constructs. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in discussions, submit projects, and complete assessments through Google Classroom. Ms. Lang will post weekly videos and teach key concepts, and students will interact primarily through Google Classroom, Discord, and email. This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning computer science and does not have any prerequisites, although high school students with prior experience may want to consider more advanced options. No specific grading information is provided, but the course appears to be flexible and designed to help all students succeed.