Ada Lovelace and the Origins of Computing

Ada Lovelace and the Origins of Computing

Ada Lovelace and the Origins of Computing
This class examines Ada Lovelace's background, her work on Babbage's Difference and Analytical Engines, and her influential notes that anticipated programming concepts. Using letters, diagrams and historical accounts, learners explore nineteenth‑century technological change and Ada's predictions about machine creativity.
Ada Lovelace and the Origins of Computing

Price

$23.00per class

$23.00

per week

Level
Beginner
Ages
11–17
Duration
55 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
1

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Class Experience

This class examines Ada Lovelace's background, her work on Babbage's Difference and Analytical Engines, and her influential notes that anticipated programming concepts. Using letters, diagrams and historical accounts, learners explore nineteenth‑century technological change and Ada's predictions about machine creativity.

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe Ada Lovelace's childhood, education and mathematical interests

  • Explain the Difference Engine and the Analytical Engine concepts

  • Analyze Lovelace's contributions to early programming ideas

  • Interpret historical letters, diagrams and primary sources

  • Assess how Ada's predictions relate to later computing developments

Meet Your Instructor

Kumudini Mohanty

Minecraft & History Educator

6+ Years

Teaching Experience

5000+

Students Taught

All age groups

Preferred Ages

A passionate educator who blends interactive game-based learning with history, helping kids build confidence while exploring cultures and civilizations through creative projects.

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