Microsoft Invites Students to Learn the Basics of Coding

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Microsoft Invites Students to Learn the Basics of Coding

A one-hour, grassroots introduction to computer science (CS), Hour of Code uses engaging, kid-friendly tutorials and fun activities for learners of all skill levels. 

From December 4–10, 2023, according to Microsoft, schools around the world will join the Hour of Code movement as part of Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek). 

With just one hour of coding—whether during CSEdWeek or anytime throughout the year—anyone can learn the basics of coding. And this year’s Hour of Code will include a new AI-focused tutorial from Minecraft Education called Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI.  

A one-hour, grassroots introduction to computer science (CS), Hour of Code uses engaging, kid-friendly tutorials and fun activities for learners of all skill levels. 

The brainchild of Code.org, this computer science learning campaign is supported by over 400 partners and 200,000 educators worldwide, Microsoft says.

It’s a dynamic campaign where nearly two million students have learned how to code in over 45 languages from over 180 countries. According to an Hour of Code Impact Study, there were significant changes noted in students’ attitudes towards—and self-efficacy with—computer science after engaging in just one Hour of Code activity.  

Since 2013, Microsoft and Code.org have partnered to expand Hour of Code and other CS education programs worldwide. There have been more than 250 million sessions of Minecraft Hour of Code. 

Students can use problem solving, creativity, and computational thinking to correct coding problems, solve fun puzzles, and use Microsoft responsible AI principles.

With coding in MakeCode blocks or Python, Minecraft Hour of Code allows anyone ages 7 and up to learn the basics of computer science and how to build a better AI for all. 

Courtesy: Microsoft