We’ve added CodeCombat to the catalog, a platform designed to teach programming through gameplay. The app offers interactive activities in which students write code to complete levels, solve challenges, and advance their characters through gamified environments.
CodeCombat stands out for its engaging approach: instead of presenting programming only as theory or sequences of abstract exercises, it transforms coding into a practical and motivating learning experience. Students can experiment with programming languages, computational thinking, problem solving, and debugging in a gradual and guided way.
In educational contexts, the platform can be used to introduce coding through playful activities, encouraging participation even among those approaching programming for the first time. Teachers and students can work on structured learning paths, individual exercises, or classroom activities, with a particular focus on developing computational thinking skills.
👉 Take a look at the new entry to discover how to use CodeCombat in your lessons! You’ll find it in the categories Creating and Interacting and Organizing