What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Prerequsite: At least one of my other Alice classes or permission from the instructor. Alice combines object-based drop-and-drag block coding with more traditional text code editing in Java (using Netbeans IDE). This class will explore extending our animations using camera shots, more extensive scripting of scenes, and by creating class methods that define new behaviors for objects. Some of the methods we will create in Alice include swimming, hopping, loop-de-loops, building a checker game, creating an exercise video, and creating a longer original animated story. We will also look at how to use methods in creating and editing code in Java in the Netbeans IDE. Parents or students will need to download and install Alice 3.6 on their computer prior to the first week (teacher will be available for any technical support needed!) Download it from: http://www.alice.org/get-alice/alice-3/. Alice 3.6 will run on Windows (32- or 64-bit systems), Mac OS, or Linux. There is a NetBeans add-on that works with Alice 3.6 which we will be using with this course. I will post information on downloading and installing the Java JDK and Netbeans in the course and I can help you with this if you need it. Students will be expected to complete basic assignments, but are encouraged to be creative and personalize their work and share their creations with the class.
Learning Goals
Animation and Storytelling techniques, advanced methods in Alice, beginning Java programming.
Other Details
Supply List
Students need a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. Alice will not run on Chromebooks, iPads, or tablets.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Texas Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Indiana Teaching Certificate
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Wilkes University
Bachelor's Degree from Ball State University
I love teaching with Alice because it lets students be creative while learning the building blocks of programming. I have experience teaching middle and high school students technology subjects and I love to see students be successful in this area. I've worked with students of many ability levels and I try to make learning fun.
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Live Group Class
$80
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-10 learners per class