THE SIGNIFICANCE OF INTERACTIVE GAMES IN COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION: NEW APPROACHES FOR CHILDREN
Keywords:
Interactive games, Computer science education, Pedagogical approaches, Programming education, MotivationAbstract
This article discusses the creation of an online educational platform that teaches computer science to children through interactive games. Digital skills are crucial today, and it is essential to spark children’s interest in technology from an early age. Therefore, the platform offers lessons enriched with game elements, making the learning process engaging and effective.
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