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Should 5-year-olds learn to code?

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  • Duration: 1 min
  • Publication date: 22 Oct 2018
  • Part of series EngShorts

Abstract

Should 5-year-olds learn to code? In the next 20 years, 90% of jobs could require digital skills. Given the growing demand for digital skills in the workplace, should more schools have coding in their curriculum? Find out more in our latest #EngShorts #Coding #programming#technology #intelligence

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Keywords:
  • #engshorts
  • ai
  • code
  • coding
  • digital skills
  • innovation
  • programming
  • robots
  • skills
  • technology
  • web development

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