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Unlocking Kids’ Potential Through Coding 

Olasunkanmi Arowolo

Researcher, Lecturer, Coach, and Mentor in Journalism.

Now, back to the coding for kids programme, which I really want to discuss. I believe parents should encourage their children to understand how computers work, how things are done, how technology functions, and how they can be part of the creative process. This is especially important for those of religious faiths, so we can protect our beliefs. However, every child should have the opportunity to engage with technology creatively. Rather than being passive consumers, it’s better for them to be active creators. It’s better to be at the table than to be on the menu. When you’re on the menu, you’re the one being served; but if you’re at the table, you decide what’s on the menu.