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Chatbots
Explore how tools like ChatGPT simplify coding with interactive web design and creative programming projects.
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Basic lessons with a chatbot
22:15
Teaching HTML and Web Design with an AI Chatbot
12:31
Use Chatbots To Teach How To Code
06:18
Use Chatbot To Program BBC Micro:Bit Or Arduino
09:04
Face detection
Learn to create motion-controlled games in Scratch using the Face Sensing Extension for engaging, hands-free interaction.
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Face Detection in Scratch With Help of AI
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Face Detection Games in Scratch with AI
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Machine Learning
Use Teachable Machine to train simple models and integrate them into creative projects, making AI concepts accessible to students.
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Basics Of Machine Learning With Teachable Machine
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Teachable Machine Model in Scratch
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AI In The Classroom
    About Lesson

    Use ChatGPT and Other Chatbots to Teach Coding

    Introduction

    Artificial intelligence is making coding more accessible than ever before. This article explores how AI chatbots like ChatGPT can be used to teach coding through creative activities, such as generating interactive graphics using p5.js, a popular framework for multimedia applications.

    Getting Started with AI Coding

    AI chatbots can assist with coding by:

    • Generating functional code snippets.
    • Adapting to user errors and typos.
    • Simplifying complex programming concepts.

    Activity: Creating Interactive Graphics with p5.js

    Step 1: Setting Up the Environment

    1. Visit the p5.js online editor.
    2. Ask the chatbot to generate p5.js code for a basic drawing application:
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      Generate p5.js code for drawing a line with a mouse.
    3. Copy and paste the code into the editor and run it.

    Step 2: Adding Features

    Request the chatbot to:

    • Modify the line’s thickness and color: Use a rainbow effect for visual appeal.
    • Implement a spray effect: Ask the chatbot to simulate spray painting, similar to graphics software like MS Paint.

    Step 3: Enhancing Usability

    Include interaction features, such as:

    • Clearing the canvas with a spacebar keypress.
    • Speeding up or thickening the spray effect.

    Key Learning Outcomes

    1. Improved Understanding of Coding Concepts: Students learn how to create visual effects and interactive applications.
    2. Real-Time Debugging: AI identifies and fixes issues in the code, enhancing learning through collaboration.
    3. Adaptability: AI interprets informal or incomplete instructions, making coding less intimidating for beginners.

    Broader Applications

    Chatbots can support learning in multiple coding languages and frameworks, from creating visual designs to automating everyday tasks.

    Conclusion

    Using chatbots for teaching coding opens up new possibilities for students to experiment, learn, and create. With just a few lines of chat, educators can introduce complex concepts in an approachable way. Whether generating graphics or troubleshooting errors, chatbots are an invaluable tool for modern education.

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