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Is Sending Your Kid to Coding Camp a Good Idea?

By Matthew Lynch
March 17, 2017
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At some point, most parents will have the opportunity to send their kids to camp. However, the idea of sending them to a coding camp is relatively new. Instead of imagining kids spending time in canoes and telling stories by the fire, some imagine coding camp as kids sitting in rows all pecking away at the nearest keyboard. But that isn’t entirely what coding camp is all about.

To help you decide if sending your kid to coding camp is a good idea, here are some points to consider.

Diversity and Commonality

Coding camps allow kids to come together who may not otherwise meet. They may be from different schools, cities, or even states. Often, this helps create a diverse population. And exposure to diversity young can help them form a more positive outlook on the world around them.

But diversity alone isn’t the benefit. Coding camps bring together children who share interests in the same thing, coding. That means most kids start with some common ground right out of the gate. Essentially, the camp serves as an icebreaker for all introductions and conversations, easing the social aspect of meeting new people.

Self-Esteem

For many kids, going away to camp is the first time they are without a traditional parent or guardian. Even though chaperones are present, children get their first taste of autonomy when attending camp. Additionally, they have a chance to enter into social interactions while learning about a topic of interest. Being able to advance their skills will help them feel accomplished, and making new friends can ease anxieties about unfamiliar social situations and improve self-esteem overall.

Education and Exploration

Depending on your child’s age, it can be hard to tell if an interest in coding is a passing phase or if it has long-term career potential. Not all K-12 schools can afford to provide students with educational opportunities specifically about coding, even in a time when STEM education is being stressed, so a coding camp may be the first time your child gets to really dig into the subject.

Additionally, many camps have a less regimented approach when it comes to learning. While key skills are taught specifically, much of the learning is based on curiosity and exploration. That means your child can try things without the negative repercussions often associated with wrong answers in traditional educational institutions.

Since your kid can spend some time concentrating on the subject of coding, they may find themselves more interested in what their skills can accomplish. At times, this lights a fire that supports future efforts as they continue to pursue their interests throughout their childhood and possibly into adulthood.

Prepares Them for the Future

Technology is a major component of life today. Giving your children the chance to learn skills that help them navigate this ever-changing world, and possibly even shape it in the future, is valuable over the long-term. You can help them fit into the world of tomorrow by encouraging skills development today. And, if it gives your child a chance to do something productive over the summer while also having fun, then that is about as ideal an outcome as any parent could possibly hope.

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5 comments

  1. Anonymous 4 February, 2017 at 21:14 Reply

    Your article is well-written and contained sound, practical advice.Coding camps harness prowess and skills, the out of class setting makes it perfect for blending recreation with passion.
    The full potential of a student can be easily determined by assessing the activities learnt and practiced in these camps.
    Thanks, Mathew for such an uplifting coverage.
    .

  2. Thomas Branson 5 February, 2017 at 20:51 Reply

    Coding camps are a sure way of pooling talent together, getting students from diverse backgrounds to share ideas and develop tangible solutions that help the humankind through coding.
    Thanks, Mathew, I look forward to reading your next informative work.

  3. Ryan Clark 20 March, 2017 at 15:21 Reply

    Kids enjoy the company of others and the more the numbers the more playful, tactful and engaging they get.Coding camps are a true definition of coordination with one aim of achieving better and more understanding of what revolves around creativity.
    Thanks for such a concise explanation.

  4. Thomas Branson 21 March, 2017 at 09:19 Reply

    Teaching kids social skills while sharing a common interest is fascinating. They develop an attitude to share the small that they have and in the end gain from others giving them feedback. Coding camps is a concept that has been welcomed recently and the huge potential it has in changing the kids live and that of others is undoubted.
    I commend you for the intelligent and articulate piece.

  5. TechyKids 8 September, 2020 at 02:58 Reply

    Completely agreed with what you said, coding camps is definitely an interesting way to bring students of similar interest i.e coding together. They can learn & explore new things in the process of sharing their knowledge. Learn coding kids will only have better results when they are not learning new skills but implementing those inn practical life. Coding camps gives a perfect opportunity for kids to harness their skills & develop their creative minds. Thanks, Mathews for sharing such a great article with us.

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