Hutt City Libraries joins global computer science movement

25 November 2014

Hutt City Libraries, in conjunction with Victoria University and Sacred Heart College, are joining the global computer science movement by running an Hour of Code computer science session for children this December.

This free, one-hour introduction to computer science is designed to demystify code and demonstrate that anybody can learn the basics. Millions of students across the globe will take part in the event over December, and learn critical skills for 21st century success.

Students of all ages can choose from a variety of tutorials that work on any modern browser, tablet, smartphone, or even with no computer at all.

Digital Technology and Computer Science experts from Sacred Heart College and Victoria University will be tutoring the sessions and providing support.

Sandra Mann, Divisional Manager Libraries, says that "Learning computer science is crucial in the 21st century as more industries adopt and embrace different components of computer technology. Understanding coding will be essential to communicating in the future".

The Hour of Code sessions will take place on Tuesday 9 December at Naenae Computer Clubhouse, and Friday 12 December at the War Memorial Library. There is no charge to take part.

For more information and to register visit the Hutt City Libraries events website.<http://chalkle.com/huttcitylibraries/hour-of-code/4053>

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