[LINK] CodeClub Australia

[Stephen Loosley]

CodeClub Australia

http://www.codeclubau.org
http://www.codeclubau.org/resources
https://www.facebook.com/codeclubaus

A network of coding clubs for Aussie kids aged 9–11.

Our mission

The mission of Code Club Australia is to give every child in Australia the chance to learn computer coding by providing project materials and a volunteering framework that supports the running of after-school coding clubs.

Learning to code is an important skill now we’re living in a digital age. It’s not just enough for children to know how to use technology. They should know how it works too. And learning to code doesn’t just mean you can become a developer; it strengthens problem solving skills and logical thinking, and supports key academic subjects such as science, maths and technology.

Code Club Australia is part of the Code Club World network.  https://www.codeclubworld.org

About

Code Club Australia is a nationwide network of free, volunteer-led, after-school coding clubs for children aged 9-11.

We create projects for our volunteers to teach at after school coding clubs. The projects we make teach children how to program by showing them how to make computer games, animations and websites. Volunteers go to their local junior school or other venue, such as a library, for an hour a week and teach one project a week.

Code Club is about fun, creativity, and learning through exploring. It’s important that the children enjoy their time at Code Club. They should understand that they’re in charge of the computer, and can (and should) make it do what they want, not the other way around.

Other benefits of Code Club, such as learning about computational thinking, or developing expertise in coding, are secondary to these two objectives. Having said that, children will absorb all these wonderful skills as they work through the projects, rather than through didactic teaching.

We’d like to put a Code Club in every single primary school in the country. There are over 8,000 primary schools in Australia; it’s a big task, but we think we can do it.


What is Code Club Australia?

Code Club Australia is a nationwide network of free, volunteer-led, after-school coding clubs for children aged 9-11. We create projects for our volunteers to teach at after school coding clubs. The projects we make teach children how to program by showing them how to make computer games, animations and websites. Volunteers go to their local junior school or other venue, such as a library, for an hour a week and teach one project a week. See our about page for more.

Where are you based?
Code Club is a small team based in London. Code Club Australia is a network of volunteers based throughout Australia.

Can I see the materials you teach?
Yes! See our resources page, which will give some examples and link to the Code Club git repository (another website where we keep all our projects).

http://www.codeclubau.org/resources

If you're planning to volunteer, note that we'll send you more information on how to use these materials when you're ready. Get in contact first!

Can I get involved?
Yes! Code Club is just getting started in Australia right now. If you wish to get involved - as a volunteer, host, parent or teacher - then please get in touch! You could also use our contact form to introduce yourself.

Are you a charity?
We are a not-for-profit organisation. This means that although we are not a charity, any money that Code Club makes goes straight back into our work and operations.

Can I donate to Code Club?
Yes! We rely heavily on donations to continue growing and being able to teach as many children to code. You can donate to us online here.

Can my company sponsor Code Club?
Yes! If you are a company interested in sponsoring us, please get in touch via our contact form. Your contribution may be financial, or you may be able to encourage your talented staff to volunteer!

Free Teacher Training

http://www.codeclubau.org/teacher-training


WA

Yokine - Tuesday, 26 July - Learn more and register 
Bunbury - Wednesday, 30 November - Learn more and register 
Clarkson - Wednesday, 27 July - Learn more and register 

NSW

Dubbo - Wednesday, 21 September - Learn more and register 
North Sydney - Wednesday, 3 August - Learn more and register 
Moree - Wednesday, 31 August - Learn more and register 
Wagga Wagga - Wednesday, 26 October - Learn more and register 
Wagga Wagga - Tuesday, 25 October - Learn more and register 
Dubbo - Thursday, 22 September - Learn more and register 

QLD

Maryborough - Wednesday, 24 August - Learn more and register 
South Rockhampton - Monday, 12 September - Learn more and register 
Longreach - Thursday, 15 September - Learn more and register 
Arundel - Wednesday, 19 October - Learn more and register 
Bellbird Park - Monday, 31 October - Learn more and register 

VIC

Melbourne - Monday, 14 November - Learn more and register 
Traralgon - Tuesday, 15 November - Learn more and register 
Kangaroo Flat - Thursday, 17 November - Learn more and register 

SA

Hallett Cove - Tuesday, 22 November - Learn more and register 

TAS

East Launceston - Friday, 12 August - Learn more and register 


Cheers, people
Stephen Loosley
Member Victorian
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