Brochure
Enquire- Introduction to programming
- Definition of programming
- Reactive systems
- Development of programming languages
Programming for Everyone – An Introduction to Visual Programming Languages
BY
IsraelX
via Edx
Learn about the programming paradigms from the past, present, and the future with Programming for Everyone online course by edX.
Beginner
Online
8 Weeks
Quick facts
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Medium of instructions
English
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Mode of learning
Self study
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Mode of Delivery
Video and Text Based
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Learning efforts
2-3 Hours Per Week
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Course overview
In an age immersed in technological advancements, knowing about programming is a skill you cannot skip. With Programming for Everyone – An Introduction to Visual Programming Languages by edX learn to program intuitive and visual languages. The introductory level course requires no prior knowledge of mathematics or programming.
This eight-week long training provides an outline of the pre-existing programming approaches and what they will entail in the near future. The Programming for Everyone certification syllabus ensures that you have an elementary-level knowledge of two natural and visual programming languages. The curriculum also introduces Statecharts, live sequence charts (LSCs), and orthogonality and hierarchy concepts.
IsraelX, a national consortium of various higher education institutes in Israel, offers the Programming for Everyone online course free of cost through edX. Students get access to the video transcripts in Hebrew and English. Despite being an introductory level programme, the curriculum covers advanced concepts like forbidden scenarios, choice, controlled natural language, and more.
The highlights
- English and Hebrew video transcripts
- Purchasable certification
- IsraelX course
- A self-paced computer science programme
- Introductory eight-week course
- No minimum requirements
- Free study material, survey, and discussions
- edX certified LinkedIn profile
- Flexible schedule for sessions
- Free learner testimonials
Program offerings
- English and hebrew video transcripts
- Purchasable certification
- Israelx course
- Self-paced programme
- Introductory eight-week course
- Free study material
- Edx certification
- Flexible schedule for sessions
- Free learner testimonials
Course and certificate fees
certificate availability
No
Eligibility criteria
Since the Programming for Everyone training an introductory-study level, it does not require any prior maths or programming knowledge. However, the Introduction to CS course from edX can be helpful for candidates.
What you will learn
Programming skills
Applicants learn through a curriculum divided into eight modules into the Programming for an Everyone certification course to excel in concepts such as:
- Development and definition of programming languages
- Reactive systems
- Statecharts
- LSCs
- Visual programming languages and challenges
- Visual formalisms
- Concepts of orthogonality and hierarchy
- Behavioural programming paradigm
- Controlled natural language
- Programming by demonstration
- Playful programming
- Advanced LSCs concepts like forbidden scenarios, choices, etc.
- Programming interfaces: drag and drop, show and tell
Admission details
The admission process for Programming for Everyone certification is as follows:
Step 1 – Go to the edX certification web page at https://www.edx.org/learn/computer-programming/israelx-programming-for-everyone-an-introduction-to-visual-programming-languages
Step 2 – Have a glance to review the important information like session date, instructor bio, university details, curriculum, certificate, and more.
Step 3 – Now, for proceeding towards enrolment, log in to your edX profile. Those who don’t have one can open an account with basic details or sign in with Google/Facebook/Apple account.
Step 4 – You will now receive free access to all course material.
Step 5 – For securing the certificate, select a payment option to continue.
Filling the form
Learners applying for the Programming for everyone training can use their edX account or create a new one. After registration, they can access the video lectures and more.
The syllabus
Week 1
Week 2
- Visual programming languages
- Overview of possible languages
- Challenges of visual languages
- Visual formalisms
Week 3
- Introduction to the executable programming language of Statecharts
- Concepts of orthogonality and hierarchy
Week 4 (Less technical students can skip the section)
- Advanced statecharts
- Statecharts Semantics
Week 5
- Behavioural programming paradigm
- Programming with stories
- Live sequence charts’ (LSCs) executable language
Week 6
- Programming by demonstration
- Playful programming
- Interfaces to programming (drag and drop, show and tell)
- Controlled natural language
- Show & tell, drag & drop
Week 7 (Less technical students can skip the section)
- LSCs’ advanced concepts
- Forbidden scenarios
- Choice
Week 8
- Survey of various fun programming languages
- Learning robots
- Discussion on programming’s future
- Summary
How it helps
Today’s world relies on computers and smartphones; programming is the one thing that drives them. Every industry vertical, market, and field requires primary computer expertise, and knowing coding can give you an edge. With this introductory course, you will learn visual programming from scratch and master its fundamentals.
Programming for Everyone certification benefits doesn’t end here as you can also get the certificate on your online job portfolio, CV, and LinkedIn, to showcase the skills you have gained. Besides, the accreditation is signed by expert educators from IsraelX, thereby increasing its credibility.
Instructors
Dr Michal Gordon
Senior Faculty
IsraelX
Ph.D
Mr David Harel
Professor
IsraelX
FAQs
What are the entry requirements for this edX certification course?
There are no requirements. Even if you don’t know Maths or programming basics, you can still apply for the course. However, edX recommends that taking Intro to CS certification may help candidates, though it’s not mandatory.
Are the video transcripts only available in English?
No. Students also receive transcripts in Hebrew for this course.
Is there an edX entrance examination for enrolment?
No.
I am not sure if the course is for me. What can I do?
Review the programme details on the course web page and go to the following link to check out the curriculum's YouTube introduction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LQ1Zl773ys&feature=emb_title.
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