CREATIVE KIDS TOP Programming Education [Supervision] “Kumon STEM Navi: Programming Series” (8-volume set)

Programming Education

2020.12.18
[Supervision] “Kumon STEM Navi: Programming Series” (8-volume set)

I provided supervision for the 8-volume "Kumon STEM Navi Programming Series"! On sale starting January 16, 2021!

Ahead of the release of the entire series, *Various Programming Languages* will be available for early purchase on December 19.

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You can place your order here (*^^*)

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[8-Volume Series]

■Thinking with Al: What Is an Algorithm?

Let's think about "algorithms," which are useful for telling a computer what to do.

■ Featured on "Zero and One": Various Programming Languages

An easy-to-understand introduction to the functions and classifications of programming languages, as well as the characteristics of major programming languages.

■ Bugs and Challenges: How to Debug

We’ll learn about “debugging”—the process of fixing programming errors—by working through challenges together with our readers.

■ How to Use Logical Operators: Explained by "And" and "Or"

This section introduces the basics of logical operations and programming using elements such as variables, conditions, and loops.

■How Control Flow Works: As Shown by the Flow Diagram

I'll show you how "control flow" works to determine the order in which a computer executes a program.

■ The Stack Explains the Importance of Data Structures

You will learn about the importance of "data structures"—which organize and store program data—and the characteristics of some typical examples.

■The Chip Takes the Lead: The Role of Hardware

Let’s meet the various pieces of hardware that work together to execute the program’s instructions.

■ Researching on the Web: The History of the Internet

We will explore what the Internet—an indispensable part of our daily lives—is and what systems support it.


　

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    Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
    Director, B Lab
    Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
    Chairperson, CANVAS

    After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
    He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
    His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”