Location: Storming Robots

Description:

*** Computer Science (CS) with Computational Thinking (CT) as 21st Century Literacy! ***

NOTE: While this class will not use the robot itself, knowledge learned from this workshop is indispensable to write robust robotics programs.

Track: 

Computer Science and Engineering Track - Grade 8 to 12

Levels Progression: 

B, I, II, III, IV

 

Duration for each level: 

 

Students will progressively advance their programming skill at their pace to reach their full potential. Do note that while students will register by terms, progression is not confined within a single term. For example, one may complete level B and I within the first term, while another one may take two terms to complete level B. Please view the syllabus for details.

 

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2. Storming Robots utilizes Robotics to animate problem-solving efforts starting in Grade 5. However, we encourage students to study in this Algorithms in C/C++ Track starting no later than Grade 8. This syllabus consists of five levels. The 

Characteristics:

 

1. Focus on problem solving ability with computational thinking (CT) - go far beyond just programming and the syntax itself.

2. Levels comparable up to college level from Freshman to junior year topics in CS, such as data structure, introduction to algorithms, and complexity analysis.

3. Has proven its effectiveness with excellent student records, and empower them to conduct effective self-learning and conducting independent projects.

Highlight of learning outcome:

Level B & I : 

 

Students completed level I with high “proficiency” have the capacity to self-study for Advanced Placement Computer Science (AP CS A). Majority of these students score 5 (max) in AP with a short review on fundamental object-oriented structure.

Level II

 

Involve American Computer Science League (ACSL) Competition Work.

 ACSL: far more advanced and involved in CS college level materials than AP CS-A.

 

Level III

Majority of our Level III students participate in SR’s advanced robotics electives. 

 

One of the common traits among the students with high proficiency in this level is their high ability to adapt other technologies. Majority of these students achieved the minimum silver level in the USA Computing Olympiad (USACO) problems sets. Do note: USACO: More demanding in terms of analytical, and computational programming skill than ACSL It can be very challenging even to the best students. 

 

Level IV

 

Level IV students will go into non-linear data structures - usually covered 2nd and 3rd year in College. Majority of these students achieved the goal level in USACO. However, that’s not the most ultimate goal of this level. The ultimate goal is strengthening students’ ability to create advanced applications and robotics projects at their own choosing  – see  our SR development Group  and Advanced Independent Projects site.

 

High proficiency in this level matches professional quality, and gain high competitive edge to Internships available for high school students in the USA. 

Learning Tool: 

Will need to purchase a book, and download programming IDE software (free). Please visit our CS site  for details. 

Available spots: Full

Price: $540.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 11 years old on the day of the activity

Prerequisites: All new students - To gain eligibility: pass the Assessment evaluation, or submit the one of the standardized tests for approval. Please apply here: https://apply.stormingrobots.com In general: Students must possess High proficiency in Algebra I. Each subsequent level will require “proficient completion” of the previous level. Please view the syllabus-https://cspdf.stormingrobots.com/ - “Requirements for Level promotion” and other helpful details. MUST love analytical work, not just programming syntax Special NOTE: Regarding which level - please review our CS syllabus regarding which level is best suitable. If you are not sure, please do not hesitate to contact us at office@stormingrobots.com or call us at (908) 595-1010

Skill requirement: Assessment - Assessment

More information: Questions? Phone: 908-595-1010 Email: office@stormingrobots.com

Tags: IN-PERSON Computational Thinking CS - Algorithms in C/C++ Grades 8-12

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