# Play-Based Programming Classes 'From 0 to C' Uses Different Approach to Teaching Arduino Hardware By Katherinev123 | Published 2012-07-14 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-0-to-c References: [wired](http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-07/13/tangible-coding-workshops) & [hellosavants](http://hellosavants.com/from-0-to-c/) According to Ubi de Feo, the creative technologist and founder of programming workshop 'From 0 to C,' students don't need a computer [screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qubitunes) in order to [learn how to program](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codefast1). No, in his workshop, the only objects required are things like ping pong balls, M&Ms, boxes, pens and bowls. Feo's 'From 0 to C' course teaches students the [basics of programming and Arduino hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecrow-crowpi-3) through a very unconventional approach. In the workshop, students, who have no knowledge of programming whatsoever, learn how to visualize how a computer works by using common tangible items. Through story-telling and games, the students learn how to represent optimized quantities -- concepts like hexadecimal numeric systems -- as well as how a computer stores information. Subsequently, students are also taught "the simple syntax of the programming language," says Wired. Visit Feo's website to learn more about his innovative teaching method. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hands-on Learning:** Implementing hands-on activities in programming education can enhance comprehension and engagement. - **Unconventional Teaching Methods:** Incorporating creative and unconventional approaches to teaching programming can spark innovation and nurture critical thinking skills. - **Visualizing Abstract Concepts:** Using tangible objects and storytelling techniques to represent abstract programming concepts can enhance understanding and retention. ### Where This Applies - **Education Technology:** Integrating play-based programming classes into educational technology platforms can revolutionize programming learning experiences for students. - **Edutainment:** Combining education and entertainment in programming classes can create immersive learning environments that motivate and engage students. - **Hardware Development:** Exploring unconventional teaching methods in hardware development courses can inspire disruptive innovation by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Educational Coding Language Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artie-max.md) - [Programming Code-Powered Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2.md) - [Hands-On Modern Educational Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-educational-system.md) - [Preschool Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codie-blocks.md) - [Introductory Connected Device Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plug-and-make-kit.md) - [Hands-On Computer Science Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-computer-science-ai.md) - [Quick-Learning Coding Lessons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo-for-coders.md) - [Educational Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeventure.md) - [Engaging Computer Science Terminals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecrow-crowpi-3.md)