Coding without design leads to disaster! State Chart “Models” are used to facilitate a clear communication of software behavior before any coding takes place. In this workshop, we will review the basic features of state charts and show how these models can be implemented in Arduino sketches.
In this session we will explore how role playing and problem analysis can be used to help select appropriate data structures and/or algorithms. We will also explore how AI assistant tools such as the AI assistant in Google Colab can bring a new pedagogical approach to algorithm (Big O) analysis.
The Turing programming language was an excellent tool for introducing students to programming through simple commands like drawing and moving objects, sparking creativity and curiosity. One memorable assignment was creating a landscape using primitive drawing commands, where students co-created the criteria for their work. In this presentation, I’ll show how the arcade library is the Python- based equivalent I’ve been searching for. With intuitive commands and powerful graphics, arcade makes coding fun and accessible while enabling more advanced projects. See how arcade combines Turing’s simplicity with modern programming tools, making it ideal for engaging students in coding.
Twine is a free and popular online resource for coding interactive fiction. With a few simple commands, students will learn how to craft and share their own stories. Instructors can guide students through the engineering design process to make refinements to students’ code, an emphasized component in the TAS curriculum. Twine is an accessible way to teaching coding syntax, variables, web hosting, and more!