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CSAA provides STEM education to children aged 5-18 with lessons in math, coding, robotics, and more. We believe that STEM education helps children develop critical thinking skills, practice collaboration, and encourage problem-solving abilities that they can apply to real-life challenges. STEM education equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a world that is rapidly evolving with technology.

CSAA’s unique teaching style and curriculum help students gain a deep understanding of core subjects such as mathematics, science, and technology. This gives them the ability to view the world from a new perspective and improve their academic performance.

Robotics vs. Coding

Robotics and coding are closely related, both fostering an interest in STEM education and offering students valuable soft skills and knowledge. Robotics is often more suitable for younger children, as it is easier to get started with and engages them with building blocks and design elements. It is hardware-oriented, focusing on solving complex real-world interaction problems, and is based on the principles of mechanics and engineering. A systematic curriculum covers mechanics, sensor control, and software systems, requiring students to approach problems from a holistic perspective. As project complexity increases, students also develop teamwork and decision-making skills through collaboration in group projects.

On the other hand, programming is software-oriented and primarily focuses on computer science and algorithm design. Mathematics forms the foundation and expansion of programming, which has applications across various industries. Students can learn programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++, engaging in project-based learning through CSAA’s immersive approach. Advanced students can even challenge themselves by participating in competitions like CCC and USACO.

CSAA’s STEM Education Offerings

CSAA provides both robotics and coding lessons for students aged 4-18. Our professional and experienced teachers are committed to providing the highest quality STEM education to your children. With a class ratio of 1:4, our teachers can focus on customizing the right teaching style for each student.

Feel free to contact us for more information about our robotics and coding lessons!

On November 30th, our new CSAA VEX IQ team 2522S, under Coach Joe’s guidance, achieved another victory with a first-place ranking and a first-place finish in the finals at the Saturday Bot Camp/Team 188 VEX IQ Robotics Competition. We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and congratulate them on their hard work! At CSAA, we have been dedicated to refining our curriculum and teaching content for more than 7 years, nurturing and uplifting numerous STEM elites. Our mission is to provide high-quality STEM education to children, helping them develop the interests and skills necessary to become future leaders in their fields. We offer robotics and coding lessons designed to help your children build a strong foundational knowledge before diving into competitive robotics. All our teachers have a background in computer science and extensive experiences in teaching young children. CSAA is the ideal place to provide your children with the right STEM education. 

What is the VEX IQ Robotics Competition?

VEX IQ Challenges are robotics competitions designed for students in elementary and middle schools. These competitions challenge students’ abilities to design, build, and program robots to complete various tasks. The competition is structured with local, regional, national, and world-level events, providing students with opportunities to demonstrate their skills on the global stage. It is an excellent opportunity for students to develop teamwork, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and gain a deeper understanding of STEM.

Why should your kids learn robotics? 

Students received many takeaways from our robotic lessons. For example, robotics can help students build problem solving skills and develop critical thinking. It involved designing, building and programming, requiring the student’s ability in thinking outside of the box and learning to diagnose the issue and troubleshooting the software or hardware components. Hands on learning with physical components such as motors and sensors, engaged students in experiment, test, and iteration. Students are required to think critically about how different parts work together and often need to analyze and apply their knowledge in science when building their own project. CSAA’s unique curriculum opens the opportunities to students in working and thinking independently. Students often used their creativity and logical thinking in interpreting instructions by themselves with our professional teacher guiding them in observing and reflecting.