PAUSED DUE TO COVID-19 NATIONAL LOCKDOWN.

(Taught in a combination of Dutch and English.)

During this NewTechKids bootcamp of 9 weekly workshops held on Sunday mornings at the Amsterdam Public Library, kids ages 7-12 will learn important computer science and programming concepts while becoming familiar with collaborative design and computer programming.

Kids will dive into building and visual programming using LEGO WeDo or LEGO Mindstorms and art supplies. They'll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.).

During each class, they’ll discuss inspiring examples of technology before completing mystery challenges in pairs and presenting their prototypes.

Children who successfully complete the bootcamp will receive a certificate of achievement.

Classes will take place weekly from 10:30 - 12:00 on the following dates:

- January 24, 31

- February 7, 14, 28 (no class during Voorjaarsvakantie)

- March 7,14, 21, 28

The camp will be taught in a combination of English and Dutch by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher with specialised training in computer science. The curriculum and workshops are based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.

Our camp is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science and those who have previously participated in NewTechKids programs.

A maximum of 15 students is required to offer this camp. Registrants will be notified one week prior if the program is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.

Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Oosterdokskade 143 in the Junior Lab basement (5-minute walk from Centraal Station)

Health Procedures

NewTechKids and the Amsterdam Public Library (OBA) will strictly adhere to the COVID-19 social distancing recommendations issued by the Dutch government and upheld by  the Library and Maakplaats021.

Our bootcamps take place in OBA's Junior Lab, a large, well-ventilated room.

- NewTechKids is using AI-based software to design our classroom layout and the placement of tables and chairs, location of teacher, etc. Places will be clearly spaced and indicated.

- NewTechKids' teacher will check the temperature of all children with a no-contact thermometer when they arrive and before they enter class. Kids with temperatures above 38 degrees Celsius will be asked to return home.

- Kids will be required to wash their hands when they arrive and there will be multiple hand washing breaks during every class. Hand sanitizer will be readily available.

- Children are encouraged to wear masks but this is optional.

- Our teacher will wear a mask while helping kids working in pairs and teams.