Pilot Tests of Coding4Kids Learning Modules Held at Dasoupoli All-Day School, Cyprus

From November 4 to 6, Dasoupoli All-Day School in Nicosia, Cyprus, hosted pilot tests for the new learning modules of the Coding4Kids Project. More than sixty students participated in hands-on sessions designed to integrate coding into primary and secondary education through an accessible and engaging curriculum. These pilot tests aimed to evaluate the modules’ effectiveness and collect real-time feedback, marking a crucial step in developing an adaptable coding program for diverse educational contexts across Europe.

During the piloting sessions, students explored three modules: Computer Language, Essential Elements of Programming, and Automation and Integration. Utilizing Scratch, an online programming platform, they engaged with core coding concepts following an introductory module titled “Methods and Processes”, which establishes foundational programming principles. Throughout the sessions, teachers observed student interactions and gathered feedback to refine the curriculum, focusing on the modules’ clarity, engagement, and impact.

The Coding4Kids project aims to equip primary and secondary school educators, regardless of their technical background, with resources to introduce coding concepts. The program includes 12 learning modules with 36 structured lesson plans, alongside a teacher training package designed to enhance educators’ coding competencies. This approach seeks to develop students’ logical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy, essential skills for today’s digital workforce. By addressing the digital skills gap in ICT education, the project aligns with European goals for enhancing digital literacy and preparing future generations for a tech-driven world.

More information about the Coding4Kids project can be found here.