Jul 24, 2017   SOURCE: PR NewsWire

Codeverse, The World's First Fully Interactive Coding Studio for Kids, Opens in Chicago

CHICAGO, July 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Codeverse, the world's first interactive classroom and vertically integrated technology platform designed to teach children ages 6 to 12 the vital skill of coding, announced the opening of its flagship studio in Chicago today. The state-of-the-art studio is located at 819 W. Eastman Street in Lincoln Park.

The company's kid-friendly coding language, KidScript, enables children to build games, projects and apps as well as program dozens of objects within the Codeverse studio. It draws inspiration from (and acts as a gateway to) many other languages, including JavaScript, Ruby, Python and Visual Basic. KidScript includes all the key concepts of programming and enables untethered creativity for each student that passes through the classroom.

In addition to KidScript, the 3,600 square foot space boasts a wide range of high-tech features contributing to a completely immersive and collaborative learning environment. The studio includes a 20 ft TV wall, robotic arms, 3D printers, hackable lights, speakers and drones, - all of which can be controlled and programmed by children using KidScript.

"Coding is about bringing ideas to life, and requires a ton of imagination and creativity," says CMO, Katy Lynch. "The Codeverse studio is the perfect environment for kids to learn this vital skill."

Codeverse enrollment options include weekly classes and summer camp sessions, both of which are available to children ages 6 to 12. This summer, the program will enroll 200 kids in its camp program, with plans to engage thousands of additional students throughout the rest of the year at its Lincoln Park studio. Next year, three additional studios will be opening in the Chicagoland area.

According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17 percent, while other occupations are growing at 9.8 percent. Not only does Codeverse emphasize creativity and critical thinking skills, but it also sets children up with the technical skills they need to be able to compete for jobs in the future.

"Over the last year, hundreds of kids have been testing Codeverse and building their own apps," says CTO Dave Arel. "We're not only proving that young kids can easily grasp coding, we're finding they're great at it."

KIDSCRIPT: A Kid-Friendly Coding Language

Using KidScript, children can see immediate results as they type on their screen, providing a greater understanding of cause and effect, as well as an immediate sense of accomplishment. Unlike traditional coding, feedback is given in real time, which enables children to correct errors on the spot, and creates an active learning environment. The underlying Codeverse curriculum is self-guided and adaptive, meeting and challenging children at each individual skill level.

ON-SITE SUPPORT FROM HIGHLY QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

While KidScript allows for an adaptive learning curriculum, the Codeverse studio brings a unique advantage with its on-site staff, made up of certified K-12 teachers in the Chicagoland area. Social interaction plays an integral part in the development process for children, and the support provided by the teaching specialists aids in the learning process.

Using iPads, teachers on-site at Codeverse are able to gain real-time visibility into student progress and engagement, and the studio's technology enhances, but does not replace, this fundamental aspect of the classroom.

CODEVERSE MEMBERSHIP

Codeverse offers two programs:

    --  Monthly Membership: For $225/month, this membership provides children
        with recurring weekly access to the Codeverse studio as well as
        exclusive access to KidScript for at-home use.
    --  Summer Camp: For a one-time fee of $800, campers experience firsthand
        how technology provides endless possibilities for fun and creativity
        through a series of activities. Camps run Monday-Friday, from 9:00
        a.m.-3:00 p.m. during the following weeks: Aug 7-11, Aug 14-18, Aug
        21-25, Aug 28- Sept 1.
        --  Codeverse offers complimentary early drop off (7:00am) and late
            pickup (5:30pm) at each camp.

Parents can register students at www.codeverse.com. For more information, visit Codeverse.com.

ABOUT CODEVERSE

Codeverse is a vertically integrated technology platform and coding school for children ages 6 to 12 that was founded on the mission to teach one billion children to code. Its first studio location, an unprecedented tech-enabled classroom, opens in Lincoln Park in July. Since its inception, Codeverse has partnered with several organizations and schools to bring its technology to market, including British International School of Chicago, South Loop, as well as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago. The company has plans to expand both nationally and internationally.

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