Getting Started with Algorithms & Java: A Fun Coding Journey

Is your child curious about coding and problem-solving? This hands-on course introduces kids (ages 8-16) to the basics of Java programming in a fun and engaging way.

Through interactive lessons, your child will learn how to break down problems, write their first Java program, and understand how to think like a coder. The course takes them step-by-step, starting with simple concepts like algorithms and loops, and builds up to creating their very own calculator project!

By the end of this course, kids will not only have learned the core principles of Java but will also gain the confidence to take on future coding challenges. It’s a great introduction to programming and an ideal way to foster critical thinking and creativity. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for learning!

Course Highlights:

• 2 hours of fun, on-demand video content
• 11 easy-to-follow lessons
• 14 downloadable resources
• Access on mobile and TV
• Udemy’s 30-day money-back guarantee

Course Content:

1. What’s an Algorithm?
   • Simple, everyday examples of algorithms (like making a sandwich).
   • Understanding how algorithms work in real life.
2. Breaking Down Tasks: Steps and Order
   • Learn how to break tasks into steps and why order matters in problem-solving.
3. Algorithms in Games
   • How games use algorithms to work.
   • Fun activity: Write your own algorithm for a daily task (like getting ready for school).
4. Introduction to Java
   • What is Java and why is it such a popular programming language?
   • A quick look at Java’s history and basic data types.
5. Let’s Code: Writing Your First Java Program
   • Write your first program: “Hello, World!”
   • Learn the basics of a Java program and how it runs.
6. Classes and Functions: The Building Blocks of Java (Part 1)
   • Introduction to classes and methods.
   • Learn how these building blocks form the foundation of any Java program.
7. Classes and Functions (Part 2)
   • Dive deeper into functions: what they are, how they work, and why they’re important.
8. If-Else Statements: Making Decisions in Code
   • What is decision-making in coding?
   • Learn how to write conditional statements in Java (if-else).
9. Loops: Repeating for Efficiency
   • Introduction to loops: making your programs more efficient by repeating tasks.
   • Write simple loops in Java.
10. Solving Problems with Java
    • Use the algorithms you’ve learned to solve real-world problems with Java.
    • Create a program that simulates a basic decision-making process.
11. Final Project: Build Your Own Calculator
    • Put everything together and create a project!
    • Build a simple calculator using Java, reinforcing everything you’ve learned.