Ask a Scientist: What Is Coding?
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesIn this episode of the "Ask a Scientist" series titled "What Is Coding?", viewers will delve into the fascinating world of coding. The video introduces coding as the process of instructing machines, from basic tasks like adding numbers to complex commands like autonomous driving. Coding is likened to building with Legos, using basic building blocks to create intricate systems. The video highlights the accessibility of various high-level programming languages that simplify communication with machines. Through step-by-step progression, viewers will learn how coding can evolve from simple operations to sophisticated applications, such as controlling a quadcopter. This educational content is designed to inspire curiosity in computer science and demonstrate the real-world applications of coding, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It serves as an excellent introduction to the importance of coding in modern technology and encourages exploration in STEM fields.
Media Details
Runtime: 51 seconds
- Topic: Language Arts, Science, Social Science, Technology
- Subtopic: Coding, Computer Science, Computer Software, Computers, Critical Thinking, Educational Technology, Problem Solving, Robotics
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2017
- Producer/Distributor: National Science Foundation
- Series: Ask a Scientist
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