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Foundation Pathway

Early digital literacy and computational thinking (ages 5-10)

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Who This Pathway Is For

For learners just starting out (ages 5-10) — a first, playful introduction to how computers and technology actually work, building curiosity and computational thinking before any pathway commitment.

Certification Roadmap

6 pillars to work through, in order.

Pillar 1

Foundations of Computing

Digital Explorers

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Pillar 2

Creative Computing

Creative Coders

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Pillar 3

Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations

Digital Citizens

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Pillar 4

Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations

Logic Builders

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Pillar 5

Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI

Game Makers

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Pillar 6

Text-Based Programming (Python)

Python Pioneers

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The Track, Step by Step

Concrete checkpoints inside each pillar — not just "finish the course," but specific proof of work along the way.

1

Foundations of Computing · Term 1: Computer Foundations

Computer Foundations — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Foundations of Computing · Term 2: Unplugged Coding

Unplugged Coding — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

3

Foundations of Computing · Term 3: ScratchJr Creations

ScratchJr Creations — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

4

Creative Computing · Term 1: Digital Arts Studio

Digital Arts Studio — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

5

Creative Computing · Term 2: Storytelling Studio

Storytelling Studio — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Creative Computing · Term 3: Interactive Adventures

Interactive Adventures — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations · Term 1: Digital Safety & Ethics

Digital Safety & Ethics — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations · Term 2: Scratch Foundations

Scratch Foundations — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations · Term 3: Game Creation Basics

Game Creation Basics — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations · Term 1: Programming Logic

Programming Logic — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations · Term 2: Quiz Game Project

Quiz Game Project — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations · Term 3: Robotics Foundations

Robotics Foundations — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI · Term 1: Advanced Game Design

Advanced Game Design — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI · Term 2: Interactive Storytelling

Interactive Storytelling — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI · Term 3: Robotics & Sensors

Robotics & Sensors — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Text-Based Programming (Python) · Term 1: Python Foundations

Python Foundations — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Text-Based Programming (Python) · Term 2: Python Projects

Python Projects — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

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Text-Based Programming (Python) · Term 3: Cross-Platform Development

Cross-Platform Development — Showcase (Capstone)

End-of-term capstone showcase + portfolio evidence.

What You're Actually Earning

Each badge is awarded only after finishing the level's assessed work — it's not a participation certificate. It's evidence, held by you, that an employer can check without having to take your word for it.

Foundations of Computing

Foundations of Computing Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Foundations of Computing.

Creative Computing

Creative Computing Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Creative Computing.

Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations

Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Responsible Computing & Programming Foundations.

Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations

Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Computational Logic & Robotics Foundations.

Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI

Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Applied Programming, Robotics & Intro to AI.

Text-Based Programming (Python)

Text-Based Programming (Python) Certificate

Awarded on completing all three terms of Text-Based Programming (Python).

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