In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Eric Wang about his experience building Algorithm Alchemists, a student-led nonprofit that teaches coding and computational thinking to elementary and high school students through interactive online classes. Special guest Kevin Cougler, Founder and Executive Director of STEM Camp and Camp STEAM Canada, joins the conversation as the trio talk about peer-to-peer learning, hiring and supporting young instructors, and the facilitation lessons that help make coding engaging and meaningful for kids.

Beth, Eric, and Kevin also talk about:

• Starting a nonprofit as a student
• Making coding fun, engaging, and accessible
• Supporting youth interests, passions, and future goals
• What parents, teachers, and mentors can do to encourage young coders

Connect with Eric Wang

• Website: Algorithm Alchemists
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/algorithm.alchemists/

Connect with Kevin Cougler

• Website: Stemcamp.ca

Links From the Episode

• First Robotics Canada
• Khan Academy
• Inquiry-based learning
• Hello, world
• Discord
• Y Combinator
• Jam Hacks

Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast:

• Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube
• Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.ca

Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom:

• Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at [email protected]
• Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design
• Check out Beth's books, Design to Engage and Everyday Acts of Facilitation
• Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn

Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions