For
Coding is today’s basic literacy.
Against
Not all students need it, and forcing it can reduce creativity.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“I definitely think it should be taught, but not in the way most adults think of coding.”
“IMO, it can only be good for children's cognitive development if done right.”
“There really is no reason to teach young kids to code until they express an interest in it.”
“Not saying that it's useless, but that there are lots of useful courses that aren't required and shouldn't be.”