Course Description
This course will introduce students to computer programming using the JavaScript programming language. JavaScript is an object-oriented programming language similar to Java, Swift, C# or Python. It is the language behind the internet and is a crucial language for any aspiring programmer to learn. In this course, students will learn basic programming concepts including variables, control-flow, loops, functions, and data structures. Through a variety of projects, students will practice these skills and learn how to write high quality code.
Previous computer science experience is not required for this course. This course requires weekly engagement but is primarily asynchronous which allows students to work around their school schedule. There is a synchronous meeting that will take place one evening per week that is optional for students to attend. Meeting times to be determined at the beginning of the term.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Mr. Tittl
Mr. Tittl has been teaching Computer Science and Theology for AVLI for many years. He is also a theology and history teacher at St. John's Jesuit High School in Toledo, Ohio where he teaches AP US History, AP Government and AP European History. Mr. Tittl especially enjoys programming web applications and video games. He has had two games on the iOS app store and really enjoys analyzing game strategy.