Tuesday Afternoon Bootcamp: 7-12 Years (June/July 2021)

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(Taught in a combination of Dutch and English.)

During this NewTechKids bootcamp of 6 weekly workshops on Tuesday afternoons at the Amsterdam Public Library, kids ages 7-12 will learn important computer science and programming concepts while becoming familiar with design, robotics and computer programming.

Kids will dive into building and visual programming using LEGO Mindstorms and art supplies. They’ll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.).

During each class, they’ll discuss inspiring examples of technology before completing challenges in pairs and presenting their prototypes.

Our camp is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science and those who have previously participated in NewTechKids programs.

Classes will take place weekly from 16:15 – 17:45 on the following dates:

– June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2021
– July 6 ,2021

The camp will be taught in a combination of English and Dutch by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher with specialised training in computer science. The curriculum and workshops are based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.

A maximum of 16 students is required to offer this camp. Registrants will be notified one week prior if the program is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.

Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Oosterdokskade 143 in the Junior Lab basement (5-minute walk from Centraal Station)

Price: 137.11 euro (includes online registration fee and BTW)