Coding Is Lit: Integrating Coding and Literacy in Early Childhood Inclusive Settings

There has been an increased emphasis in recent years on supporting young children with building 21st century literacy skills such as critical thinking and collaboration. Unfortunately, young children with or at risk for disabilities are unlikely to receive access to experiences that build 21st centu...

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Published in:Teaching exceptional children 2022-03, Vol.54 (4), p.276-285
Main Authors: Fenty, Nicole S., Pierce, Abby, Schildwachter, Julia
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
21st century
Early Childhood Education
Exceptional children
Inclusion
Inclusive education
Integrated Activities
Learning Activities
Literacy
Programming
Reading Aloud to Others
Teaching Methods
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Summary:There has been an increased emphasis in recent years on supporting young children with building 21st century literacy skills such as critical thinking and collaboration. Unfortunately, young children with or at risk for disabilities are unlikely to receive access to experiences that build 21st century literacies. Pre-coding activities, which include hands-on coding games and stories appropriate for young children, are one way to provide access to this population of students. The purpose of this article is to provide details about how educators in early childhood inclusive settings may integrate pre-coding activities with everyday routines and procedures as well as with common grade level appropriate read alouds. Fundamentals of pre-coding are provided along with guidelines for planning and instruction.
ISSN:0040-0599
2163-5684
DOI:10.1177/00400599211010195