Introduction to teaching programming with Greenfoot and Java

Greenfoot is an educational programming environment that allows teaching of object-oriented programming concepts – using Java – in a highly motivating context. Built to be interactive and graphical, Greenfoot offers a more engaging experience than previous systems. Building widely differing scenarios, such a simulations or games, is easy and quick.

This workshop is aimed at teachers of introductory programming courses (especially secondary schools, but also universities) who have no or little experience with Greenfoot. It will include hands-on practice – bring your own laptop, or use a laptop provided on site.

 

The workshop is practically oriented and allows participants to use Greenfoot in their classroom immediately. It includes technical information about Greenfoot programming as well as pedagogy and teaching tips. More information at www.greenfoot.org.

The workshop will be on Monday July 1 2013, 14:00 – 17:00 in Computing SW101 and will be presented by Professor Michael Kölling.

To register for the workshop email Neil Brown. Places are limited to 30, with priority given to UK High School teachers.