Hi there! We’re Leigha and Tanya, and we’re super excited about learning computer science. It’s a bit sad that many schools don’t offer computer science classes. In fact, my high school didn’t have them either. That’s why we’re making this video—to show you that anyone can learn to code! We want to encourage 10 million students to join the Hour of Code.
Imagine you have a little character who needs to reach a sunflower. To get there, he needs to do some actions. When you figure it out, it’s like, “YAY!” and you run the program to see what happens. It’s amazing to see it work! Coding is not just about complicated symbols; it’s about solving problems and using logic. It’s like giving instructions to a computer. Today, programming is much more accessible. Instead of just playing games on your phone, why not try programming one?
So, how do you get a job in this field? You could take an online class or find a course at a community college. Tech jobs are some of the best-paying jobs out there! Many fields, like medicine, are becoming more tech-focused. Technology affects every part of our lives. If you can create technology, you can make a big difference in the world.
We’re so happy you’re joining the Hour of Code today. We just wrote a few lines of code, and it doesn’t matter how old you are—everyone can learn. Whether you’re a boy or a girl, living in a city or the countryside, everyone should learn how to program a computer. I just finished the Hour of Code, and it’s really easy to learn. Everyone, including girls, should get involved. Understanding this language is super important for the future.
Anyone can learn computer science, and you can too! So, why not give it a try? The Hour of Code is here, and it’s a great opportunity to start learning. Let’s spread the word and get more people involved!
Imagine you’re a game designer! Use a simple coding platform like Scratch to create a game where a character must reach a sunflower. Experiment with different commands to see how they affect your character’s journey. Share your game with classmates and explain the logic behind your code.
Put your problem-solving skills to the test with a series of logic puzzles. These puzzles will help you think like a programmer, breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable steps. Work in pairs to solve the puzzles and discuss the strategies you used.
Research different tech careers and create a poster about one that interests you. Include information about what the job involves, the skills needed, and how technology is used in that field. Present your poster to the class and explain why this career is exciting to you.
Join the global movement by participating in the Hour of Code. Choose a coding tutorial from the Hour of Code website and complete it. Reflect on your experience by writing a short paragraph about what you learned and how it felt to write your own code.
Create a short video or presentation encouraging others to learn computer science. Highlight the importance of coding skills and how they can impact the future. Share your video with friends and family to inspire them to join the Hour of Code.
Sure! Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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Hi, I’m Leigha,
and I’m Tanya, and we’re excited to be studying computer science. We believe it’s unfortunate that many schools don’t offer it. They definitely didn’t have it at my high school. So, we’re making this video to show that anyone can learn. We want to encourage 10 million students to participate in the Hour of Code.
How do you get him to reach the sunflower? He needs to perform some actions. I got it … YAY! Oh! (laughs) Now we’ll run it and see what happens. Haha, that’s amazing! Yeah! There we go! That’s pretty easy.
– You just wrote your first program!
– I wrote it?
– Yes! This is the code that you just created.
– Very cool! I thought coding was just complex symbols and stuff. It’s actually a bit of problem-solving and logic. It’s like giving instructions. Programming is much more accessible today. Instead of just playing on your phone, why not program it? Alright!
– Awesome! How does someone go about getting a job in this field?
– Maybe take an online class or find a course at a community college. You can land one of the best-paying jobs out there. I think many fields, including medicine, are moving into the tech age. Technology impacts every aspect of our lives. If you can create technology, you can make a difference in the world.
We’re thrilled that you are participating in today’s Hour of Code. We just wrote a few lines of code. It doesn’t matter how old you are; everyone can learn.
Whether you’re a young man or woman, whether you live in a city or a rural area, everyone should learn how to program a computer. I just completed the Hour of Code. It’s actually really easy to learn. Everyone, including girls, should get involved. Understanding this language is essential for the future.
Anyone can learn computer science, and you can too. So, give it a shot! The Hour of Code is here. Let’s spread the word across the country!
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This version maintains the essence of the original transcript while removing informal language and unnecessary repetitions.
Code – A set of instructions written in a language that a computer can understand. – Example sentence: “When you write code, you are telling the computer what to do step by step.”
Computer – An electronic device that can store and process data to perform tasks. – Example sentence: “I use my computer to play games, do homework, and learn new things.”
Programming – The process of creating a set of instructions for a computer to follow. – Example sentence: “Programming can be fun because you get to create your own games and apps.”
Technology – The use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry. – Example sentence: “Technology helps us connect with friends and family all over the world.”
Learn – To gain knowledge or skills by studying or experiencing something. – Example sentence: “I want to learn how to build my own website using HTML and CSS.”
Online – Connected to or available through the internet. – Example sentence: “We can find lots of tutorials and resources online to help us with coding.”
Job – A task or piece of work, especially one that is paid. – Example sentence: “Many people have jobs in technology, like software developers and IT specialists.”
Logic – A way of thinking that uses reasoning to solve problems or make decisions. – Example sentence: “When coding, using logic helps us figure out how to fix errors in our programs.”
Character – A symbol, letter, or number that is used in writing or printing. – Example sentence: “In coding, every character matters, so we have to be careful when typing our code.”
Actions – Things that are done or performed, often as part of a program or process. – Example sentence: “In a video game, the character’s actions are controlled by the player’s input.”
