Catching the Love Bug- A Scratch Jr. Coding Challenge
Students will learn basic coding skills through the app. Scratch Jr.
Gerri McConnell
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(378)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
The teacher will observe to make sure students are able to perform the coding task for Scratch Jr. by trying to catch a love bug.Class Experience
This class is for beginners and learners new to coding. Students will learn to do basic coding using the app. Scratch Jr. while trying to catch the love bug. Then, we will go to the app and break it down by exploring each function. I will break it down into simple steps by modeling it step by step as students follow along and create a slide. After I model each step, students will make their own slide and share it. No experience necessary. The coding app., Scratch Jr, should be downloaded before class. This can be done using an iPad or laptop. If you use a laptop please use this link https://jfo8000.github.io/ScratchJr-Desktop/. If you use an iPad you can go to the app. store and download Scratch Jr. It is a free app. This is a very hands-on class with lots of interacting.as we will walk through the coding process using Scratch Jr.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding the basics of coding using Scratch Jr. while trying to catch a love bug.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
None
Supply List
iPad Laptop
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Computer or Laptop
iPad/ electronic device Scratch Jr App. It is free.
For laptops and desktops use this link. https://jfo8000.github.io/ScratchJr-Desktop/
Joined May, 2020
4.7
378reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from Clemson University
I have a master’s degree plus 30. I am certified in elementary education, early childhood education, special education, learning disabilities and Primary Montessori. I have attended Pathfinders month long summer institute for three years where we get specific and direct training on Scratch Jr, Scratch and coding.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
3-6 learners per class
