Lowering the Barrier to Programming
summary
Khan Academy offers realtime interactive JavaScript with Processing.js so learners can code in a browser without local setup, addressing students stuck on Chromebooks or iPads that block installs. Donors can buy laptops via donorschoose.org. Attempts to run Objective‑C/Swift or Arduino emulators in‑browser exist but remain limited. Policy gaps matter: 9 out of 10 high schools lack CS and Google research shows parental and peer encouragement most strongly predicts girls choosing CS.
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Start
- 1:05We need more programming literacy.
- 2:28How did I get into programming?
- 4:07Barrier #1: Access to a Computer
- 5:08Local Dev Setup
- 5:37Online Programming Environments
- 7:47Barrier #3: CS Classes
- 8:53Social encouragement
- 9:20Career Misconceptions
- 10:05Your goal
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