Have you got a passion for coding or are you curious to give it a go? Do you have a creative yet logical mind and love to problem solve engaging, real-world problems? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above, you are the student for this coding challenge!
The Mathematical Association of Victoria (MAV) has produced a 2-stage coding challenge, aimed to extend curious minds, nurture passions and support students in refining their coding skills.
Stage 1
In stage 1 students will receive a virtual kit with a series of fun and engaging coding tasks. Students will participate in these tasks via a user-friendly online platform – accessible from school or home. The challenges will require that students apply coding and algorithmic thinking in order to solve interesting problems. These tasks can be conducted either at school or during school holidays, at the student’s pace.
Stage 2
Stage 2 allows students to compete with others in a state-wide coding competition which will be a face-to-face event. In this competition, students will be competing in groups of 2-4, in many different challenges and games. This promises to be a fun-filled day, with challenge, excitement, friendly competition and prizes for the winning teams. (Entry to stage 2 is not dependent upon completing stage 1, however students must have been registered for stage 1 before enrolling into stage 2.) NB: to attend the competition in Melbourne you will need to travel to Melbourne (on the train with a school supervisor) the evening before the competition and stay in a hotel overnight. Cost of accommodation will be paid for by the students.
If you are interested in participating in the Stage 1 Coding Challenge please email Vicki Northey nov@wssc.vic.edu to be registered.
Further information can be found here: https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Student-Activities/Victorian-Challenge-and-Enrichment-Series/Victorian-Coding-Challenge