Attendees assembled their own computer from a Raspberry Pi and other circuit boards that can be taken home after the workshop, and also learned to code via programs like Minecraft Pi.
The FIRST “Hour of Code” event at Rock Valley College was on December 12th, 2015. The event brought 126 people from the Rockford Region to learn more about Computer Science fundamentals and coding!
To keep this momentum going Professor Chuck Konkol of Rock Valley College hosts monthly “Hour of Code” Workshops! These “Hour of Code” workshops are OPEN TO PUBLIC! The workshops are scheduled monthly. The "Hour of Code" workshops focus on creating a drag and drop app to share with family and friends while the "Learn Coding with Robots" focus on coding and robotics.
Build a Computer & Code with Minecraft
GOAL OF HOC
The ultimate national goal is to get 10 million students to try computer science for one hour. In addition, the "Hour of Code" demystifies computer science and coding. For more information about this nation-wide event visit hourofcode.com/us.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Each “Hour of Code” participant will receive a Certificate of Completion.
WORKSHOPS
What happens at the "Hour of Code" Workshops?
Fun, hands on learning about coding
Unplugged and online learning
Perfect for ages 5 and up!
Raffle prizes
Information about CIS Computer Science and Coding Courses offered at Rock Valley College
Agenda
Welcome & Introduction
Computer Science or Code Tutorial (Unplugged or Online)