Cococoders Electronic Music in Scratch
During this theme, students will learn about electronic musical instruments and build their own digital instrument with code. Key concepts studied will include loops, variables, and coordinates, among others.
Coco Coders
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentProjects
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this exciting class, students will dive into the world of electronic music and build their own digital instruments using Scratch! 🎶 We'll explore loops, variables, and coordinates while learning to code interactive music projects. Each learner will create something they’re proud of as we work through coding challenges together. 🤖 Class sessions will be highly interactive with hands-on coding, fun activities, and plenty of support along the way. Learners will code the arrow keys and use a forever loop to control movements. Expect discussions, problem-solving, and lots of coding tips! 💻 📌 Important Notes for Parents: Students need a free Scratch account (https://scratch.mit.edu/) A laptop or desktop computer is required (iPads and tablets are not compatible) Internet speed should be 3mbps+ Please ensure a working speaker is available Have an adult assist in the first five minutes for setup 🔧 Get ready to have fun and make music with code! 🎵
Learning Goals
Objects – Students will learn to create interactive buttons by using clones in Scratch. Each clone will have its own unique instructions, making the digital instrument come to life with different sounds and actions! 🎛️Loops – Learners will dive into nested repeat loops to build a grid of buttons for their instrument. They'll master using forever loops to control the counter’s movement, coding beats that flow smoothly! 🎶
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Loops, Coordinates and Objects
Using nested repeat loops to create the grid of buttons. Changing the position of the Button sprite while making the clones. Using clones to create the buttons and coding separate instructions for the clones. 26 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Loops, Sequencing and Coordinates
Discussing loops in Scratch and using a forever loop when creating the counter movement. Creating the order of steps in the counter movement. Coding the movement and reset of the counter. 26 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Variables and Events
Discussing variables and their use in coding video games, and using variables to set the instrument and tempo in the game. Making the "Change instrument" button respond to a mouse click. 23 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Challenges
Kilo
Events: Using a key pressed block to trigger the costume change.
Mega
Events: Using a sprite clicked block to trigger an action.
Variables: Setting the Instrument variable to a random number.
Sequencing: Remembering to use the Set Instrument broadcast so that the instrument will actually change.
Giga
Loops: Using nested repeat loops to make the "auto-clicker" move across each square.
Conditions: Making the costume randomize when the "auto-clicker" touches the button clone. 27 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
> Note for Parents:
Your student will need:
- a free Scratch account https://scratch.mit.edu/
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have teaching certificates
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US 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
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Ages: 6-16
