Learn Coding Early and Prepare Children for the Digital Era
Casal dels Infants – In today’s digital era, it has become important for children to learn coding early as a way to prepare for a technology-driven future. Even at a young age, many children are showing a natural interest in technology. This growing curiosity is matched by the enthusiasm of parents who are now actively enrolling their kids in coding classes. These lessons are seen as a valuable investment, equipping children with essential skills as the world becomes more reliant on digital solutions. “Coding is the language of the future. When children are familiar with coding and possess these skills, parents are investing in their future,” said Maria Theresia, Southeast Asia Operations Manager at Brightchamps.
Maria highlights that enrolling children in coding classes is not only about learning a new skill but also discovering their potential and interest in technology. Learning coding has various benefits for children, including enhancing cognitive development, improving perseverance and patience, fostering creativity, boosting communication skills, and increasing competitiveness.
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According to DQLAB from Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, coding lessons help children develop computational thinking. This skill enables them to solve problems in a logical and systematic way. “Through coding, children develop an analytical mindset, breaking down problems into smaller steps to find efficient solutions,” Maria explained. She added that these skills are valuable in everyday life. They provide children with a basic understanding of technology concepts such as computers, software, and the internet.
Coding lessons allow children to create a range of projects, including websites, games, and simple applications. They can then upload these creations to the Google Play Store. These skills help them build a strong academic portfolio for the future. Despite seeming complex, Maria emphasized that coding classes for kids are designed to be engaging and enjoyable. These classes challenge children creatively and encourage them to explore innovation.Brightchamps, for example, offers a curriculum based on STEM and project-based learning, where students practice their skills by working on projects like games, apps, and websites using programming languages such as Python, HTML, and even Roblox Studio (LUA).
“Programming is a powerful tool to express creativity and create something new. It gives children the opportunity to innovate and build things they can be proud of,” she added.
In addition to enhancing creativity, learning coding also improves collaboration and social skills. Programming is not always a solitary activity, and when children work on projects together, they learn teamwork. “Learning coding broadens their career opportunities in the future. With basic programming knowledge, children will have an edge in the technology-driven workforce,” Maria explained.
Maria also pointed out some challenges in providing coding education in Indonesia. Despite its immense benefits, many schools do not include coding as part of their curriculum. Additionally, some parents may not have the knowledge to guide their children in learning coding at home. Therefore, platforms like Brightchamps are essential. They offer a dedicated learning space where parents can enroll their children for a comprehensive coding education.
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