This course is part of the Computational Thinking with JavaScript Specialization

Quintin Cutts +1 more instructor

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Computational Thinking with JavaScript SpecializationUniversity of Glasgow

About this Course

This third course in the Computational Thinking with JavaScript specialization applies your developing JavaScript skills learned in the first two courses to the world of the web.  You will learn how HTML and JavaScript together support the web pages with which we are so familiar, and develop skills so that you can create your own.  As well as text presentation, at the heart of HTML, you will learn how to develop interactive, animated graphics, using JavaScript to dynamically add, remove and adjust the HTML objects on the screen.  Furthermore, you will leave the more sheltered Coursera programming environment, working with external programming environments, and learning how to use new libraries.  Through this practice with new application areas and new building blocks, we build on the computational thinking frameworks introduced in the earlier courses, focusing particularly on the challenges of maintaining a consistent understanding of the multiple computational representations required to master programming.

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Course 3 of 4 in the

Computational Thinking with JavaScript Specialization

Beginner Level

The Specialisation targets those with no programming experience, even those usually uncomfortable with technology. This is Course 3 in the sequence.

Approx. 29 hours to complete

English

What you will learn

You develop and deepen your Computational Thinking skills
You learn how HTML and JavaScript work together to give you much of what you see on the web
You develop skills in reading and writing HTML and JavaScript to create interactive, animated web pages with text and graphics, using new libraries

Skills you will gain

Programming Principles
HTML
Computational Thinking
Computer Programming Tools
JavaScript

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 3 of 4 in the

Computational Thinking with JavaScript Specialization

Beginner Level

The Specialisation targets those with no programming experience, even those usually uncomfortable with technology. This is Course 3 in the sequence.

Approx. 29 hours to complete

English

Instructors

Quintin Cutts

Professor of Computer Science Education

School of Computing Science

678 Learners

4 Courses

Jeremy Singer

School of Computing Science

678 Learners

4 Courses

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University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world since 1451. It is a world top 100 university (THE, QS) with one of the largest research bases in the UK.

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading UK Universities with annual research income of more than £179m. The University’s #TeamUofG community is truly international with over 8000 staff and 28,0000 students from more than 140 countries. A 2019 Time Out survey placed Glasgow in the top ten cities in the world. Ranked between Berlin and Paris, Glasgow was voted number one for both friendliness and affordability. Right now our dedicated community of staff, students and alumni is working to address the challenges of Covid-19 and understand how we can make life safer for everyone.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

7 hours to complete

Bringing JavaScript to the web - adding HTML

7 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 124 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes

5 videos

Introduction3mExploring the basics of HTML29mChanging the content of the page from JavaScript (ppt written, need to record)22mUsing HTML 5 commands for drawing with JavaScript (PPT ready - need to video)31mSeeing how to interact using HTML and SVG37m

8 readings

Welcome to Course 310mJavascript, HTML and the web: the basics10mConnecting JavaScript to the HTML10mA series of practice exercises1hTransferring your learning: graphics10mPractice exercises on creating graphics1hHow interaction works in a web app10mPractise adding interaction to a web app45m

4 practice exercises

Checking your HTML understanding15mUsing JavaScript to update your webpage30mUsing an HTML 5 library with Javascript15mTest your knowledge of HTML-5 interaction10m

Week2

Week 2

12 hours to complete

Developing Interactive Web Apps

12 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 79 min), 9 readings, 3 quizzes

2 videos

Adding input elements into our web app41mObjects following paths and object creation/deletion - PPT created37m

9 readings

Extending the interactivity of our programs10mReviewing what we saw and learned in the video30mPractice exercises - extending the simulation1hReflecting on your capabilities10mExtending what we can animate10mPractice exercises - checking understanding and extending the animation1h 15mMaking your own thing - guided!10mExercise: building your own application4hReviewing progress so far10m

2 practice exercises

Quick knowledge check30mKnowledge check on the extended animation techniques30m

Week3

Week 3

5 hours to complete

Scaling Up

5 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 6 min), 5 readings, 3 quizzes

Week4

Week 4

5 hours to complete

Building a Software Project

5 hours to complete

3 readings

About the Computational Thinking with JavaScript Specialization

This Specialization is intended for those with minimal under-the-hood experience of working with computing who want to take the first steps towards a deep understanding of principles and practice of how to solve problems with software technology. Learners will use JavaScript within a web-based framework to generate graphics and analyse data, bringing these together in interactive web applications. Learners will acquire specific self-directed learning skills, enabling them to tackle new problem domains and technologies throughout their work and life.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Can I take this course if I have no programming experience at all?
This is the third course in the Computational Thinking with JavaScript specialisation. If you have no prior programming experience, then you should take the first two courses in the specialisation before taking this one.
I have some programming experience. Can I jump straight into this course?
Because it is so hard to quantify "programming experience", it is hard to answer this question. If you have undertaken some programming before, and know that you can solve at least small programming challenges using simple imperative constructs, like variables, expressions, loops and so on, but you would like to learn about HTML and JavaScript, then you may be able to jump directly into this course. However, we would recommend that you take the early two courses if you are unsure, in order to be confident about your skill development.

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