Prison Education Program

Computer Science Without A Computer Volume 1

(4.37 stars) · 530 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. 6,537 people in prison have spent 89,430 hours using the Level program inside 1,044 prisons across the country.

Testimonials for this guide:

Level has left me with big plans for the future to get out and do something with life. This guide taught me a lot about computer science. The things I learned from this guide - I never knew. It's kind of tricky! Everybody should want to learn and have something for themselves in the future.

- Rontrail, in prison in Florida

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

All of a sudden, the complexity of a computer's process is made clear - and it is not so complex! The instructions were simple. The insight was tremendous. In prison, they force religious studies and practices on you. Level has that relief of learning without being shoved full of righteous notions.

- Ashley, incarcerated in Oklahoma