The learners will develop a fundamental grasp of the Calliope mini, become familiar with the user interface of the Open Roberta Lab, and develop an understanding of the symbiosis between software and hardware, recognising how programmed instructions translate into the actual actions of the Calliope mini.

Foundational Programming

The learners will acquire proficiency in confidently using basic NEPO blocks. They will develop an understanding of sequential programming as well as the basics of control structures. This will enable them to independently create and run simple programmes. In addition, they will gain the skills to identify and correct errors occuring in their programmes.

The learners will acquire a basic understanding of the variety and functionalities of the Calliope mini's sensors. They will be able to develop programmes which actively react to external influences. Through the creation of interactive applications they will also sharpen their ability to analyse complex problems and find creative solutions.

Coding & Deutsch

Provide children and young people with a well-founded look into the world of programming whilst simultaneously teaching them German.

Termine und Preise

10 - 12 year olds
Library as the learning environment
Integrated language learning
No prior knowledge required

A new and innovative children's course

The objective of the course is to provide children and young people with a well-founded look into the world of programming whilst simultaneously teaching German. The course objectives include teaching the basics of programming, the basics of the German language, the use of the systems and block-based development of effective problem-solving strategies.

Through a balanced mixture of thereotical concepts, practical projects, and teaching foundational language, we offer a comprehensive learning experience. The participants have the opportunity to work on real applications in order to consolidate their abilities in a practical setting.

Content and Integrated Learning approach connects learning German with programming. It promotes the acquisition of foreign languages by linking language skills with content.

A combination of weekly German and Coding lessons on a Saturday, and intensive camps. All three formats must be attended to complete the sub-level. A1.2. to be continued from February to August 2025.

Level
A1.1/Calliope Mini 1.1
Start
14/09/2024
Duration
26 weeks
Hours per week
2 teaching units of 45 minutes, Saturdays, 2 - 3:30 pm; Halloween Camp, 20 teaching units: 29/10/-01/11/2024, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm; Spring Mid-term Camp, 20 teaching units: 17/-21/02/25, 9:30 am - 1:15 pm
Total scope
80 teaching units of 45 minutes (64 units German, 16 units Coding)
Participants
min. 8 and max. 12
Course location
Goethe-Institut Irland
Price
€860

Warum Deutsch und Programmieren gleichzeitig lernen?

Das Goethe-Institut reagiert mit diesem innovativen Lernangebot auf die frühzeitige, digitale Entwicklung im MINT-Bereich und fördert dabei den Erwerb der deutschen Sprache. Durch das nachhaltige Angebot des integrierten Sprachenlernens sollen junge Menschen auf den immer globaler werdenden Arbeitsmarkt oder auf ein potenzielles Studium in Deutschland vorbereitet werden. Mit dem Lernangebot Coding & Deutsch sollen Kinder und Jugendliche unter Verwendung von Hardware wie dem Minicomputer Calliope Mini durch Anwendung des CLIL-Ansatzes in präsentischer Form erste Schritte in der Fremdsprache Deutsch erwerben und gleichzeitig informatische Grundbildung vermittelt bekommen.  

Der Calliope Mini

Calliope Mini

The Calliope mini is a single-board computer developed for educational purposes and used in German primary schools. The Calliope mini is equipped with different components which can be controlled.

Die Programmierumgebung

The Open Roberta®Lab is a freely available, graphical programming platform which make learning programming easy. On the open source platform of Roberta® – Learning with Robots initiative from Fraunhofer IAIS, even newcomers can create their first programmes in no time using drag and drop.

Learning Environment Library

Library

Any questions?
Monday-Thursday 1.30pm – 6.30pm
Friday 10.00am – 2.00pm +353 1 6801110 Get in touch: german-dublin@goethe.de