Technology & Coding
Dive into the world of technology and develop skills that are in demand everywhere. From coding and web development to understanding how devices work, this pathway helps you build problem-solving abilities and explore careers in software, engineering, IT, and beyond.
Career Alignment:
Information Technology
Computer Science
Software Developer
Cybersecurity
Engineering
Building your Award:
Find Bronze Award examples to support activity planning
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
Over 13 weeks, I’ll spend 1 hour per week learning to code through online platforms. I’ll complete coding challenges and build one small project (website, app, or game), documenting what I learn.
Example Assessor:
Computer science teacher, technology teacher, or coding mentor
Example ORB Log:
Completed challenges on arrays and loops today. I improved my understanding by tracing through code step by step. Still working on nested loops. I am going to watch a tutorial before next session.
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
Sitting at a computer requires taking care of my body. For 13 weeks, I’ll do 1 hour of stretching, yoga, or ergonomic exercises each week to improve posture and prevent strain.
Example Assessor:
Gym teacher, yoga instructor, or physiotherapist
Example ORB Log:
Did a yoga session focused on neck, shoulders, and back today. I held poses longer than last week and my shoulders feel less tense. Adding wrist exercises next time.
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
I want to help others learn tech skills. For 13 weeks, I’ll volunteer 1 hour per week helping with a tech literacy program or creating tutorial content for beginners.
Example Assessor:
Computer science teacher, library digital literacy coordinator, or community tech program staff
Example ORB Log:
Created a tutorial on basic spreadsheet formulas today. Got feedback to slow down my explanations so I re-recorded it clearer. Planning a video on charts next.
(Completed as a team. Participants will work together to plan and complete their journey.)
Example Activity:
Use geocaching apps or create QR code challenges to explore your community. Navigate using technology, solve puzzles at checkpoints, and compare digital navigation to traditional map skills.
Example Team Goal:
Our team will complete at least 6 tech-based challenges, rotate navigation duties, document our journey with photos and GPS data, and debrief on how technology helped and hindered our adventure.
Example Assessor/Supervisor:
Teacher, Award Leader, or technology club advisor
