Java Programming Lesson 2– Scanner Class & User Input | Intro to Coding for AP

Teach Java user input with the Scanner class! Perfect for AP CSA, beginner Java coding, or digital computer science lessons with PDF, PPT, code tasks, and answer key.

Looking for beginner Java programming lessons that help students understand user input using the Scanner class? This engaging digital Java curriculum is ideal for high school intro to coding, AP Computer Science A, or any early Java project. Designed for new and veteran computer science teachers, this lesson simplifies one of Java’s trickier early topics: getting input from the user.

This is Lesson 2 in a complete Introductory Programming in Java Course. It builds on variables and types by introducing interactive programs that take input from users—building a foundation for real-world Java applications.

Topics:

Programming in Java 2: The Scanner Class

What is a class?

How to import a class

Making an object

Using the Scanner's methods to take input

All lessons will come with the following:

1. a pdf slideshow
2. a Power Point version editable
3. A pacing guide with hints for teaching the section and common student errors
4. an assignment, differentiated with three different levels!
5. an answer key in pdf form
6. an answer key in .java form

Depending on your style, you could go over the slides as a group, then let students play around. Or you could just give them the slides and assignment and let them go.

Let students explore and make mistakes. Let them talk to each other and discuss their approaches. Programming takes a lot of trial and error and collaboration.

Welcome to the world of programming! It's going to be a blast!