Intro to Programming
Algebra-Geometry
Computer Programming?
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What is programming?
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The process of writing, testing, and maintaining
the source code of computer programs.
Telling the computer what to do
Why learn to program?
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Develops logic and problem-solving skills
Improves attention to detail
It’s fun!
But I’m Not a Geek!
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Until recently, programming required
knowledge of computer language syntax
Anyone Can Program!
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New tools, like Scratch, allow ANYONE to
create computer programs without learning
complicated syntax.
Programming with Scratch
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Open Scratch from either the desktop icon or
Start Menu
Homework
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Make sure you have the latest version of
Scratch installed on your Tablet PC
Finish working through the Scratch Getting
Started Guide
Feel free to experiment and explore!