Coding Scratch Full Semester Series - Introduction to Scratch: Coding & Gaming
Young Art: Art Education, Fashion Design, Coding
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Students will be introduced to coding and computational thinking using Scratch. They will learn how to create interactive stories, games, and animations while developing problem-solving and logical reasoning skills. #Builder
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This is a 16-Week Semester Series. Classes will meet ONCE every week through the course of the curriculum. Students will embark on an exciting journey into the world of coding and computational thinking through Scratch programming. They will dive into the art of crafting interactive stories, games, and animations, all while honing their problem-solving prowess and logical reasoning abilities. Throughout the course, students will gain a foundational understanding of game design concepts,...
16 lessons//16 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Scratch• Introduction to the Scratch platform and its interface. • Basic concepts: sprites, costumes, backdrops, and scripts. • Basics of creating, saving, and sharing Scratch projects.Week 2Lesson 2Creating Simple Animations• Creating animated stories using sprites and backdrops. • Introduction to movement and animation blocks. • Building simple interactive narratives.Week 3Lesson 3Creating Simple Animations• Creating animated stories using sprites and backdrops. • Introduction to movement and animation blocks. • Building simple interactive narratives.Week 4Lesson 4Art and Sound in Scratch• Incorporating art and sound elements into projects. • Introduction to the Paint Editor and Sound Editor in Scratch.Week 5Lesson 5Art and Sound in Scratch• Incorporating art and sound elements into projects. • Introduction to the Paint Editor and Sound Editor in Scratch.Week 6Lesson 6Game Design Basics• Introduction to game design concepts. • Creating basic games using Scratch. • Exploring user interaction and game mechanics.Week 7Lesson 7Game Design Basics• Introduction to game design concepts. • Creating basic games using Scratch. • Exploring user interaction and game mechanics.Week 8Lesson 8Conditionals and Control Structures• Understanding conditional statements (if-then-else). • Implementing control structures in Scratch projects. • Building decision-making logic.Week 9Lesson 9Conditionals and Control Structures• Understanding conditional statements (if-then-else). • Implementing control structures in Scratch projects. • Building decision-making logic.Week 10Lesson 10Variables and Data Handling• Introduction to variables and their use in programming. • Storing and manipulating data in Scratch. • Creating dynamic projects with variables.Week 11Lesson 11Variables and Data Handling• Introduction to variables and their use in programming. • Storing and manipulating data in Scratch. • Creating dynamic projects with variables.Week 12Lesson 12Projects from Scratch• Combining game design with storytelling. • Instructing the player directly and passively. • Story-boarding for game design and how to design coding structures.Week 13Lesson 13Projects from Scratch• Combining game design with storytelling. • Instructing the player directly and passively. • Story-boarding for game design and how to design coding structures.Week 14Lesson 14Project-Based Learning• Students work on individual projects. • Emphasis on creativity and problem-solving. • Instructor guidance and feedback.Week 15Lesson 15Project-Based Learning• Students work on individual projects. • Emphasis on creativity and problem-solving. • Instructor guidance and feedback.Week 16Lesson 16Final Projects Presentation• Students present their final Scratch projects. • Post discussion on computational thinking concepts. • Reflection on problem-solving skills developed during the course.
This class is taught in English.
By the end of this class, students will have developed a solid foundation in coding and computational thinking through Scratch. They will be proficient in creating interactive stories, games, and animations, demonstrating problem-solving abilities and logical reasoning skills. Additionally, they will have a grasp of fundamental game design concepts, enabling them to design and build basic games with Scratch while exploring user interaction and game mechanics. This learning journey will empower students to apply their newfound coding skills creatively and effectively.
Teacher Brittany is a professional artist and illustrator. She holds a BA in Arts with a concentration on Visual Technology. She also gained valuable industry experience as Technology Lead and Animation Instructor at art schools. She has worked as a freelance concept artist and illustrator in game design. She utilizes a background in comics, storyboarding and animation to bring creative concepts to life. With a strong background in traditional and digital painting, Brittany is currently teaching a wide variety of classes in various mediums to merge her love for illustration, painting and game development. For more information on Young Art teachers go to: https://outschool.com/teachers/Young-Art-instructors
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
An E-Certificate of Completion with grades will be provided for learners who have completed all sessions and actively participate in class activities, including sharing their work at the end of each meeting. Learners who miss more than 3 meetings or do not participate in showing their work may not be eligible to receive the certificate.
Hardware: Students will need two devices. One will be used to view the class on Outschool (can be a phone) and the other device will be needed to code. The second device must have a keyboard. Software: Scratch (in browser with account or free desktop download) Students are encouraged to create a Scratch browser account (https://scratch.mit.edu) beforehand or download the desktop version and get comfortable with locating and opening the program to get ready for the first class. It is recommended that students create a folder for saving projects onto their computers or thumbdrives for use as a backup instead of saving projects online. Paper Pencil Eraser
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
For learners under 13 years old, a parent account is required for software download. Please make sure that your child's account is verified prior to our first class.
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Group Class
$288
for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
55 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-8 learners per class
