Introduction to Google Tools and Coding

This year, we are excited to offer a brand new course for grade 7 and 8 students covering computer skills and technological studies. Twice a week, students will have a 40-minute period where they will learn new, and cement current, skills involving different aspects of computer use and technology to help prepare them for high school. Topics covered will include:

• Preparing presentations and research projects using Google Sheets and Google Docs, Google Slides.
  
• Giving exciting presentations using Prezi.
  
• Organizing and displaying collected data using Google Sheets.
  
• Preparing and displaying information in brochures and flyers.
  
• Using email, search engines, and websites safely for school.
  
• Creating websites.
  
• Collecting research online for research projects and citing information.
  
• Editing photos and videos.
  
• Creating basic video games.
  
• Introduction to Coding with CodeHS