Advanced Scratch Weekly Coding Club: Games, Animations and More
In our advanced Scratch coding club, students will create engaging games, animations, and projects each week. They’ll develop skills in loops, variables, and conditionals while enhancing creativity and problem-solving through fun challenges
Coco Coders
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(974)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekCertificate of Completion
🌟 New! Certificates of Completion 🌟 We’re excited to now offer Certificates of Completion on a 4-week rotation! After each lesson, learners will receive a certificate celebrating their progress and achievements. This is a great way to recognize their hard work and keep them motivated as they build their coding skills! 🚀Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate - Advanced Level
In this dynamic weekly class, advanced Scratch students will think like designers, diving into creative coding projects that include games and animations. Learners will build their skills in various coding concepts such as sequencing, loops, conditionals, variables, sensors, operators, and debugging, making each session an exciting learning experience! 🤖🎨 ✨ Class Structure: Welcome & Introductions (5 mins) 🎤: We'll kick things off with a warm welcome and introductions to create a friendly atmosphere. Collaborative Scratch Project (30 mins) 💻: Students will collaborate on an engaging project, applying their knowledge and creativity to build a game together. Brainstorming & Customization (15 mins) 💡: After coding, students will have time to brainstorm ideas and customize their games, adding unique elements that reflect their creativity. Showcase & Goodbyes (5 mins) 👾: The class wraps up with students showcasing their projects, allowing them to share their hard work and learn from each other. 🌟 This class is designed for advanced Scratch users, who are familiar with Scratch blocks and have completed prior projects. Our intimate class size, capped at 6 students, ensures a highly interactive environment where I can provide personalized support and guidance. If a student misses a session, a starter file will be sent to help them catch up so they can seamlessly join their classmates. Students can join this ongoing class at any time! 🎨 Themes: February 17th-March 16th: Run a Restaurant March 17th -April 13th: Fairy Tales April 14th-May 11th: Planetary Exploration June 9th-July 6th: Magical Creatures Please Note: This class runs on a set schedule, with lessons progressing through a 4-week cycle. New learners are welcome to join at any point during the cycle, but they may start partway through an ongoing project. If you’d prefer to begin at the start of a new cycle, feel free to check with us above for the upcoming schedule! 💻 Note for Parents: Your student will need a free Scratch account. Visit Scratch to create one! A laptop or desktop computer with Zoom installed and screen-sharing enabled is essential. An internet connection of 3mbs+ is required. A working speaker, microphone, and webcam—compatible with all Windows and Mac operating systems from the past five years—are necessary. Note: iPads are not compatible due to keyboard usage. Please ensure an adult is available for the first 5 minutes of class to assist with setup and troubleshooting.
Learning Goals
By the end of this class, students will confidently code and design advanced unique projects in Scratch. They will master essential coding concepts, including sequencing, loops, conditionals, and variables, preparing them for future challenges in coding.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will use Scratch to participate in class. Students must access the Scratch account using a laptop or a computer in class (no smartphones, iPads or tablets). Students will use their own Scratch account to code while following instructions from the teacher. Students may continue to use their Scratch account outside of class.
Supply List
🛠️ Learner Supply List for the Advanced Scratch Weekly Coding Club 🛠️ To ensure your student is all set for our exciting coding adventures, please have the following materials ready: 🖥️ Scratch Account: Create a free account at Scratch. 💻 Computer: Access to a laptop or desktop computer with Zoom installed and screen-sharing enabled. 🌐 Internet Connection: A stable connection of at least 3mbs+. 🎤 Audio/Visual Equipment: A working speaker, microphone, and webcam. Most Windows and Mac operating systems from the past five years are supported. ✨ Important Note: iPads are not recommended for this class. Please ensure that an adult is available for the first five minutes of class to assist with setup and troubleshooting. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to our team! Let’s gear up for a fantastic coding journey together! 🎉
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctor of Medicine in Health Professions and Related Programs from University of Karachi
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Western Oregon University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Toronto
Bachelor's Degree in Education from ICCT Colleges
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Computer Science from University of the People
Coco coders is extremely proud to be a standout organization on Outschool, recognized in 2023 with the Best in Class award for its engaging, high-quality coding classes that cater to young learners worldwide. In addition to its recognition as a top organization on the platform, Coco Coders received awards for its vast reach, including teaching children from numerous countries and for maintaining high engagement through positive feedback and high enrollment across ongoing and semester classes
At Coco Coders we teach children between the age of 6-14 how to code at our Live Online Clubs and Camps through exciting themed content such as architecture, fashion and conservation to name a few. Depending on age, we teach using a variety of programs and languages including Scratch, JavaScript and CoSpaces.
Coco Coders has been teaching children how to code since 2016 at in-person and live online clubs and camps. We have amazing teachers on-board who are super passionate in helping your child get future ready!
We don't believe in creating a world of little computing scientists but we created a curriculum that allows our students to gain an understanding of computational thinking concepts for whatever career they choose to go into in the future!
Fun fact? Our Founder, Elizabeth Tweedale, was recognized in the UK Technology Fast 50: Women in Leadership Awards!Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 114 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
