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JavaScript Coding powered by MIT Teen Programs

  • Price: Starting at $1,899
  • Age: Ages 14-19
  • Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
  • Format: Summer Online Teen Academies | Small-Group, Online
  • Duration: Two-week program, 2-hour lesson per day

About This Course

The demand for web developers is growing faster than ever before, and a world of opportunity awaits talented coders. Want to gain a competitive edge? That's where this online course comes in! With curriculum designed and delivered by MIT’s world-renowned faculty and all the magic of our legendary camps, you’ll build in-demand skills, work in an environment with motivated learners from around the world, and have a blast boosting your portfolio with a certificate.

Scholarships available based on need.

You'll learn to:

  • Understand key web programming concepts and how to think like a programmer
  • Build web applications using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
  • Make and code engaging user interactions on web pages
  • Design, iterate, and implement UI components for web applications
  • Set up code management tools such as GitHub and start building your peer network
  • Develop a portfolio to share with potential teachers or employers

Course Format

This course is part of an intensive two-week summer program held online for two hours each day, Monday through Friday. Your teen will learn and collaborate with a small group of other students in assignment-driven workshop courses led by experienced instructors. Office hours are included for further help and personalized guidance. Learn more below.

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what two weeks in this course could look like. Keep in mind students will progress at varying paces, and this is meant to serve as an outline of key materials and the overall experience. 

Teens begin by covering fundamental concepts of JavaScript and computational thinking, then dive into coding, starting with variable scope, arrays, loops, and functions. From there, they'll use a tool called JavaScript tutor to learn about data structures and data types. In addition, they'll explore different debugging techniques to enhance programs. They'll close out the first 5 sessions with an understanding of JavaScript coding concepts and a collection of profile-caliber projects that showcase their growing skills.

Building on their knowledge from week 1, teens will explore simple 2D animation, and build up to working with callback functions and some of the newest features of ECMAScript. From there, they'll explore the fundamentals of using the command line and learn about the GitHub cycle. They'll hone their skills as a programmer by exploring advanced web development concepts such as the document object model and learning how to perform tests to analyze JavaScript programs. Finally, they'll finish out strong by putting together a collection of projects that showcase their growing skills, creating a database for a GitHub profile that will impress colleges and potential employers.

Portfolio-Boosting Certificate

Upon successful completion of this program, iD Tech grants a certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as a pass or fail; students must receive 75% to pass and obtain the certificate of completion.

Program Highlights

Each day of instruction includes two hours of live learning with your iD Tech instructors, with additional time to complete self-paced graded assignments and skill development, with video content featuring MIT faculty.

  • Certificate recognizing your skills and success

  • Skills that can help secure internships and potential jobs

  • Portfolio to share with colleges and future employers

  • Designated office hours for additional help and advice

MIT Faculty

John R. Williams

Professor of Information Engineering

  • Ph.D. in Numerical Methods from University of Wales, Swansea
  • Served as Director of the MIT Auto-ID Laboratory, which invented “The Internet of Things”
  • Named one of the 50 most powerful people in Computer Networks, alongside Bill Gates

MIT Faculty

John R. Williams

Professor of Information Engineering

  • Ph.D. in Numerical Methods from University of Wales, Swansea
  • Served as Director of the MIT Auto-ID Laboratory, which invented “The Internet of Things”
  • Named one of the 50 most powerful people in Computer Networks, alongside Bill Gates

MIT Faculty

Abel Sanchez

Research Scientist and Executive Director of Geospatial Data Center, MIT 

 
  • Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Architect of "The Internet of Things” global network, as well as data analytics platforms for SAP, Johnson & Johnson, Ford & more
  • Designed Cyber Ranges for the Department of Defense

MIT Faculty

Abel Sanchez

Research Scientist and Executive Director of Geospatial Data Center, MIT 

 
  • Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Architect of "The Internet of Things” global network, as well as data analytics platforms for SAP, Johnson & Johnson, Ford & more
  • Designed Cyber Ranges for the Department of Defense

Heads up!

We've streamlined our offerings and this course is no longer available. However, we do offer other learning options, including on-campus summer programs, virtual summer camps, and year-round online private lessons. Sign up for emails to learn about what makes us the top-rated STEM educator, and unlock exclusive savings. 

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Heads up!

We've streamlined our offerings and this course is no longer available. However, we do offer other learning options, including on-campus summer programs, virtual summer camps, and year-round online private lessons. Sign up for emails to learn about what makes us the top-rated STEM educator, and unlock exclusive savings. 

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FAQ

Created in partnership with the most prestigious universities, companies, and organizations, our Online Academies are designed to give students a competitive edge for dream careers in fields like coding, game dev, UX design, AI, business, and leadership.

Over the course of the two-week program, your teen will jump online and dive into an exclusive curriculum, build specialized skills, network with friends and mentors who share their passions, and earn official certification that stands out to admissions officers.

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to advanced students. Our small class size ensures that each student receives individual attention and has the freedom to learn at their own pace.

Coders, including web developers, can earn 40% more than the average for college graduates. (Source: Code.org). Additionally, careers in web development and digital interface design are projected to grow two times faster than all other occupations. (Source: Bureau of Labour Statistics)

This program is ideal for college-bound STEM enthusiasts planning to study coding or web development and students looking to boost their portfolios with a certificate. Students aspiring to intern in fields like software development, engineering, QA, and IT, as well as coders who would like to build a new, in-demand skill set are also ideal candidates for this program.

In order for your teen to participate, they will need a Mac or Windows computer, webcam, and stable internet connection with access to Zoom video conferencing. Curriculum will be delivered through Game Plan, our proprietary learning management system. 

After successful completion of the program, your teen’s verified digital certificate will be emailed to you, at no additional cost, in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images shown are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of iD Tech.

This course is taught by live iD Tech instructors and features exclusive video content from MIT faculty.

With other online options including one-hour private lessons and weeklong virtual camps, there is a program that fits your teen's interest, skill level, goals, and importantly, schedule. Learn more.

Our Program Specialists are here to provide you with the best experience. Looking for a personalized course recommendation? Need help signing up? We’ve got you covered. Call us at 1-888-709-8324 or email hello@idtech.com.

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