*This is a sponsored post. All my opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources.*
Today’s world is heavy on the technology. Computers and gaming are everywhere we look, and today’s kids are getting more and more interested in the programming side of the computer and video games that they love. That’s why I think Tech Trep Academy is such an interesting idea. It’s a way for kids to learn about what they love and gain highly valuable skills for their futures.
From Gaming to Programming and More with Tech Trep Academy
I want to be sure I get this out of the way first thing. Tech Trep Academy is about more than computer and game programming. It’s about learning so many different aspects of how the digital world can enhance the passions your children already have. With Tech Trep Academy, kids can learn everything from computer and game programming to animation to business and financial literacy and more.
I think Tech Trep Academy is so great because it’s bridging the gap between traditional and digital learning. That’s important to me because it’s my opinion that as the world changes, the way our children learn needs to change as well. Online tutorials are nice and can help teach a new skill, but what about helping our kids use that skill in the real world? What about steering that huge gamer into a career he might love by giving him a course in computer or gaming programming?
That’s what Tech Trep Academy does. It allows our kids to dive into the world of technology and do it in a way that can enrich their lives and the world around them, enhancing their knowledge, and preparing them for the world where STEM is the norm and no longer the exception.
Give the Gift of Education This Holiday Season
Normally, that would be a groan-producing heading. Really, what kid wants the gift of education? That’s like giving them socks and underwear. HOWEVER, it’s not like that with Tech Trep Academy. With classes ranging from programming Minecraft modding to Java to animation to sound mixing, Tech Trep Academy helps harness the power of our passions and make them into something more.
If you want to give the gift of Tech Trep Academy this holiday season, now is the time. Starting at 12 noon Pacific on Wednesday, November 25 through 12 midnight Pacific on Monday, November 30, 2015, you can get 50% off of all Tech Trep Academy Courses. That’s a HUGE savings, as courses normally run $350. Tech Trep Academy is the single best way to make learning a passion for your kids, and with this limited time holiday savings, there’s no reason not to take advantage now.
Giveaway: One winner will receive a $150 Nike Gift Card thanks to Tech Trep. This giveaway is run via rafflecopter so click read more to see the actual giveaway. The only mandatory entry is to visit Tech Trep Academy and let me know what you learned. While the other entries are optional, I highly suggest filling it out to increase your chances of winning. Us only.
My favorite part is letting them know they need courage.
I like that the courses are taught by real humans.
I like that they build on your passion. My son would like the Game Design and Development course.
Jennifer, thanks for your comment – we’d love to see what your son could build in the Game Design course. Take 35% off our TECH and enTREPreneur courses for the holidays! The coupon code to be used at checkout is: mommyhoodchronicles35
My favorite part is that the learning is hands-on and that the subjects would appeal to my childrens’ interests.
Available anytime, anywhere — 100% online and self-paced
helping children to learn and create and discover there purpose
I love the courses they offer. I have a grand daughter who loves to draw.
I LOVE the 3D printing and design courses. Not only great for my son, I could take them too!
I like the Minecraft modding.
I like the 3D Printing and Design
I love that it teaches them drawing and sculpting skills.
I like that they teach everyday learning skills and that you can go at your own pace.
I like how you can learn to :
Become an Audacity software expert
Create and edit audio
Add fun effects to music and voice tracks
Mix and master multitrack audio files
Navigate copyright and intellectual property
That they can help you make your own animated film.
I learned that the courses are things that my teen would totally be interested in and are really relevant to today’s world. I love the Minecraft courses and financial literacy.
I like that they give hands on learning experiences.
I love that it’s available anytime..anywhere
My favorite aspect is “Tech Trep Academy (student login area) is certified by the kidSAFE Seal Program. The kidSAFE Seal Program is an independent safety certification service and seal-of-approval program designed exclusively for children-friendly websites and technologies, including kid-targeted game sites, educational services, virtual worlds, social networks, mobile apps, tablet devices, and other similar interactive services and technologies. Click on the seal or go to http://www.kidsafeseal.com for more information.”
I love the courses that they offer. Thanks for the giveaway!
I like that they offer courses on 3D design and printing.
I like the variety of courses they offer. Something for everyone’s creative side.
I like that it uses what kids already love to teach them new skills.
I love that Tech Trep Academy helps you learn more about what you love, so you can give your passions a purpose.
I like the 3D Printing
I like the 3D printing!
all the courses they offer
I like the courses especially learning about animation
I like that children learn how to use computers to gain knowledge instead of just playing games.
My favorite part is “unlimited access to an Online Mentor for help, feedback, and support, as needed.”
My fav is the Minecraft Mod course. My kids love anything Mindcraft.
That they are featured in a bunch of top companies
And I have actually heard of them!
I liked that the kids could create and see that they could invent and be creative too.
You are actually teaching science without using that dreaded term. Teaching disguised as play all the while building self esteem and love of all things science/
I love that you can learn at your own pace.
They have a lot of neat classes I really like the game design & development.
I like the 3D printing.
All the kids looked very engaged.
I like the it’s self-paced!
I see a lot of courses my kids would enjoy, including 3D PRINTING AND DESIGN. My son is showing a real interest in 3D printing!
I like the 3D Printing and Design
I like the variety of classes that they offer. Financial Literacy for Youths would teach kids good spending habits at an early age. Other classes like Programming Foundations and Become a Terp would also help them on into adulthood.
I love that this teaches kids coding and programming
I like that they help build creativity
I like that you can learn at your own speed.
letting them know they need courage
I like the minecraft and 3d printing. Thank you!
I would be interested in Digital Media Editing and Graphic Design.
I like the Minecraft modding
My favorite is the MINECRAFT MODDING 1.8 WITH JAVA.
I like that the courses are taught by real humans.
I like the sheer multitude of courses, something for everyone.
I like how it teaches kids to manage and make money their own way!
I like the interactive content of the course.
I love how they state that you can unleash your creativity & even learn to start your own business.
Allows the kids to think.
you can go at your own pace
My grandkids love Minecraft! I like that they can teach them how to make a mod and much more. It lets them “Dare to Create.”
I love that that the parents don’t need to be tech savvy! That’s great because sometimes I just don’t want to learn new things!
I really like the Drawing, Sculpting and Stop-Motion Animation course.
My son would love the Minecraft Modding 1.8 with Java. I will have to look into this more.
Jenny – Yes, he would! Kids love our Minecraft course. Take 35% off our courses for the holidays! The coupon code to be used at checkout is: mommyhoodchronicles35
My favorite part is t aught by real humans — Video chat connects you to expert instructors and online tech mentors
I love that the courses are so well rounded. Not just for the techie kid ..seems to have of artistic courses like the 3D sculpture and sound mixing. I love that it gives kids a chance to explore those nontraditional interests but in an educational way that will expand their minds!
My favorite part is it helps them to use their imagination
I like the Tech Trep selection of classes.They have some fun looking ones like Drawing, Sculpting and Stop-Motion Animation.
It teaches kids actual marketable skills
I like seeing all the children smiling and laughing
I love the fact that all the kids are having fun learning!
I like the game design and development course. Thanks for the chance!
I like that they help children use their imagination to learn and create new things!
I like the 3D printing and design!
How cool is that?
its available anytime to meet those of us with hectic schedules.
My favorite part is the courses that are offered.
My favorite part is that they are encouraging kids to use their creativity, build, and engineer! These are such important skills.
I like seeing all of the children with that spark in their eyes. Especially the one with the microphone. They all remind me of my daughter. This is a school I think she would love to go to.
My favorite part is that the learning is hands-on
I like that the kids can have fun while learning & putting these skills to use.
It looks so cool! Love that they are learning and playing! Thanks for the chance to win.
i liked the 3d printing
I like the variety of courses offered.
I loved that the kids were so excited and the learning was so fun for them! My kids would love so many of the different activities, thought the designing portion would be their favorite!
They have a Minecraft Modding course that my kid would love.
I like that the courses are taught by real people. My son loves mine craft mods and the 3D printing is amazing
i like that they teach everyday learning skills
My daughter would flip for the stop motion animation course!
I like that there is a focus on your strengths and growing off of that.
My favorite part is that you can do it anytime at your own pace
I like that it has the kidsafe seal
I like that they help you bring your ideas to life.
My favorite is the Financial Literacy for Youth
I like when they are working on the computer and they add color to the eye of the cat.
I love the 3D printing design aspect. I could really see my twins taking to that in a few years!
I love the 3d printing and design course for kids! My daughter would absolutely enjoy this!
Love all the different courses they offer and they teach kids the things they really need to know.
My favorite part is the positive influence in children!!!!
It is available any time anywhere.
I love how they offer interesting hands-on learning experiences.
I like that kids can share their work with family and friends.
The 3D printing is awesome!
I like the courses available-they seem to be really interesting and aimed at what kids would like
hands-on learning experience is a plus for me i mean its better learning that way and that is what i like
I learned my 12 year old Grandson would really like to learn more about the Minecraft stuff.
I like they are completely online and self paced.
Fun and unique way to teach children, great idea and and great opportunity
I like the hands on learning of it. would help my kids follow.
I like that the learning experience is hands on.
helping children to learn
I like being able to make your own film.
I love that kids are provided with a hands-on learning experience to unleash each child’s imagination.
Programming
I love seeing all the smiles, gives courage
I love that it offers a chance to learn how to draw, sculpt and use stop-motion animation!
I like the selection of classes they offer!
I really enjoy that it’s super interactive.
I think this is cool that they offer courses like this and they can do something the are passionate about.
Teaching technology at an early age really gives a child a head start in this modern world.
i love the 3d design course.
My favorite part (and to my mind, the most important part!) is that young children will be safe using this online. Predators are everywhere, as I found out to my sorrow. Tech Trep recived a certificate of safety from the kidSAFE Seal Program. The internet can be a jungle, so this is always my number 1 priority!
This program sounds so cool! I love that their goal is to make learning a passion for kids. My daughter would love the Minecraft programming course, she’s only 6 and is an expert at that game already!
Thanks Lauryn – kids do love the courses, because we find what they are truly passionate about and help them dare to create. Take 35% off our courses for the holidays! The coupon code to be used at checkout is: mommyhoodchronicles35
I love all the happy kids great to see~
i love the fact that kids are learning and having fun both at the same time !
My daughter is obsessed with Minecraft and is always trying to learn something new. She would find this interesting.
I learned that they have a course on 3D Printing and Design. I think that 3D printing is an important part of our future.
hands on learning
I like the course that is learning about animation.
I like that it is really hands on learning
I love that it provides functional skills that low tech parents may not be able to teach themselves!!
I like the courses they offer!
Having real people is the best.thanks so much for sharing.
I love the variety of courses they have.
I think this would be a great way to teach kids how to be entrepreneur. I especially love the course on 3D printing.
The students can have live 1 on 1 sessions with their mentor if they need assistance
I love that these kids are using state of the art technology to create and build things1
I like that it encourages children to learn and have fun while doing so.
I like the fact that parents don’t have to be tech savvy. In fact, they can learn right along with their kids from mentor.
My favorite is the hands-on learning experience.
I think it’s cool that they have online mentors!
I like the courses that they have
Anytime you can teach youths real world skills it is a wonderful way to prepare them for the world ahead. I love this!
I love the encouragement they give throughout the video. Being the owner of a 3d skateboard shop would be something most kids would love to be a part of lol.
I like the courses that they offer and you can get them anytime
I like that it is self paced
I like that the courses are taught by real humans.
I like that they teach real-life skills
My favorite part is when she said that all you need in the right skills to unleash our imagination.
I like the 3D printing.
i like the 3dprinting
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I love that All courses are built with the young student in mind and include all the interactive content, demo videos, checkpoints, projects, and required software (unless otherwise noted).
Students also have unlimited access to an Online Mentor for help, feedback, and support, as needed.
I like the 3d design and animation! they offer lots of help and course which is awesome
I like that it teaches kids to be creative and use common sense.
I love that kids can learn stuff they may not learn in school!
I think 3D printing is super cool and would be a fun course to take.
I love the digital design and drawing courses. And I like that they are a Forever Young Foundation partner.
My son would love the DRAWING, SCULPTING AND STOP-MOTION ANIMATION.
I like the learning skills. I like that they always have online help.
I love that It’s about learning so many different aspects of how the digital world can enhance the passions your children already have.
I like the hands on learning it is a great way to learn
I love that the courses are taught by real people!
I love that they include basic courses like financial literacy (which is *so* important and almost never taught in schools!) and programming foundations.
Well, it’s nice that the parents do not need to be tech savvy!
I like that there’s unlimited access to an Online Mentor for help, feedback, and support, as needed.
Available all the time.
My favorite part is that its certified by the kidSAFE Seal Program
I like that they offer a course in 3d printing – that is the future – especially in medicine!
LOVE the 3D printing and design courses.
I like that Tech Trep Academy offers a financial literacy program. Traditional schooling teaches very little about it, as is evidenced by the percentage of grown adults lacking the basic skills to handle their money. Teach them young to succeed!
I like the money management course!
I like the hands on interaction and personal teaching.
I love that teaches a lot!!
I loved seeing how happy these kids are to create new things.
I learned that its self paced and based on things kids already like.
Lol, I love that they threw in an “ice cream making robot”
i like that it is available anytime, anywhere and its 100% online and self-paced
I would love to sing my son up for one of these courses. They have quite a variety that I know he would enjoy like the game designing one.
Leigh Anne, we’d love to have your son in our program! Take 35% off our TECH and enTREPreneur courses for the holidays! The coupon code to be used at checkout is: mommyhoodchronicles35
I love that it’s a way to learn about interesting topics.
hands on experience
Besides teaching kids about STEM principles while making it fun for them, I love that the classes are interactive as the child can video chat with their teacher and share projects with other friends, classmates and family.
So nice to go at your own pace. And I love the Sound and Audio mixing tech program. I know someone who would like to do this!
I love how many courses they offer!
I love that you can Learn hands on from real people
I like that it teaches more about things that they love that are practical in day to day use.
being able to learn hands on
I like the hands-on experience it provides.
I love the 3-D printing the most of all factors in this.
Oh how my grandson would love the gaming design. He has such an imagination, and this would be so perfect for him.
My kids would probably love the Minecraft part of the course
I like that they take the child’s interest and then show them that tech is more than having your nose and fingers tied to a device screen.
I like how it helps bring creative ideas to life for the kids and that it’s fun for them as they learn.
Seeing all the smiles and laughter was my favorite part
The drawing,sculpting and tech prep animation course seems exciting. I like the diversity and uniqueness of the programs offered.
I love that they have fun hands-on courses that are taught by real people. Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
my favorite part is teaching skills that are necessary for life. that’s important.
I like that the Academy helps children find their real purpose.
Stop-Motion Animation.
I like that it is self-paced and taught by humans.
My favorite part is letting them know they need courage!
My favorite part is the hands on learning.
I like that it’s available all the time
I like that they offer courses on 3D design and printing and the availability of it.
I like that it is online and self paced.
I love the DIY inspirations.
i like how its interactive and at your own pace
I love that this is self-paced and individualized.
I like the 3D Printing and Design course.
My favorite part is that there is such a variety and is hands on
I like that they teach “DRAWING, SCULPTING AND STOP-MOTION ANIMATION”….I love art!
They offer so many different courses.
I like the Become a Digital Artist.
My favorite part is that it opens them up to so many possibilities.
I like that the tech trep academy can help you utilize your skills, creativity, and passions to create something wonderful.
I love the courses they offer.
I love so many things to learn even minecraft and you can do it anytime at your own pace
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