Inclusion (4 weeks) – Beginner

Description

Objective:

This course aims to raise awareness of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and the impact of bias in society and technology. Participants will explore how these elements shape our world and how to create more inclusive solutions. Additionally, the course focuses on developing foundational coding skills, emphasizing concepts like sequences, iteration, loops, and decomposition, which will enable learners to design coding solutions that promote equity and social good.

Topics Covered:

• Week 1: Understanding the Importance of Diversity and Inclusion
• Week 2: Exploring Bias and Its Impact
• Week 3: Coding Fundamentals: Sequences, Iteration, and Loops
• Week 4: Decomposition and Iteration in Coding Solutions

Outcome:

By the end of this course, students will have a deeper understanding of diversity, inclusion, and bias, particularly within the context of technology. They will have acquired fundamental coding skills and applied these to design inclusive, equitable solutions. This experience will empower them to create technology that fosters positive social impact and promotes fairness.