Prison Education Program

Computer Science Without A Computer Volume 1

(4.36 stars) · 540 learner reviews

Level’s computer science training for people in prison uses innovative strategies to teach the core concepts of computational thinking and computer science without even needing a computer or an internet connection. Learn how computers run on binary numbers, detect and correct common errors and keep information protected.

Enrollment fee is a one-time payment that includes this guide and Level's entire prison education program including all educational and job training guides and all certificates. No hidden monthly payments or recurring fees. The enrollment fee includes shipping.

What they'll learn:

  • Understand the power of computers through binary numbers and binary math
  • Learn how computers detect and fix errors through parity bits and check digits
  • Explore how public, one-way functions can allow people who don’t trust each other and aren’t even in the same room to agree on the outcome of a coin flip

Guide includes:

Technical knowledge
Skill development
Quiz
Practice questions

Schedule

Self-guided - learners complete at their own pace

Guide length

44 pages

Time to complete

~10 hours

What is Level?

Level is a popular, independent, nonprofit prison education program that offers education, career training and personal development for people in prison and connects with family members and supporters on the outside. Our unique approach can reach nearly any person at any prison, even those in high security or solitary confinement. 6,686 people in prison have spent 92,180 hours using the Level program inside 1,050 prisons across the country.

Testimonials for this guide:

I enjoyed learning about computer science - how computers run on binary numbers, detect and correct errors, and keep information protected. You should make a second guide in this series. I recommend Level to a lot of people in the prison that I am at. I enjoy learning and being with the Level community.

- Diante, in prison in Illinois

This computer science guide was not something I could breeze through. It was challenging, but I have a starting point now. I am eager to move forward. I want to thank Level for providing the information you do. These lessons have truly been key in giving us the tools to start a change in our behaviors and lives.

- Damon, incarcerated in Illinois

I have been incarcerated for over 29 years. This computer science guide has helped me gain a better understanding to the type of world I'm about to enter. I knew nothing about computer science or technology, except for what little I have been exposed to or told about. This guide was enlightening. Thank you!

- Orlando, incarcerated in Illinois