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Coding: Beginner Python (Level 1) Creating Animations & Games
Class Experience
In this coding class students will be introduced to Python coding. Python is a coding language used by major social media companies and search engines. Using the Codester platform, we'll build our Python coding fundamentals. Whether your child is new to coding or experienced in coding but new to Python, they will be able to build a strong coding foundation. From programming designing Robot animations to interactive games (simple user interactions), the Codester software will leave your young...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Building a coding foundation (Understanding Sprites & Actions)Students are introduced to coding terminology and develop an understanding of how to assign actions to sprites.Week 2Lesson 2Aliens in Space! (Understanding the X-Y coordinate plane)Students are introduced to the concept of the coordinate plane and develop an understanding of it's relationship between actions and sprites.Week 3Lesson 3Shapes & Multiple Objects (Working with Commands and Multiple Sprites)Students are introduced to working with multiple sprites.Week 4Lesson 4Create a Dance! (Exploring Strings and Integers)Students learn to identify types of python code and how it can be used in commands.Week 5Lesson 5Create a Story with Dialogue! (Exploring Multiple Commands)Students work with multiple sprites and multiple actions.Week 6Lesson 6Design a Robot Face (Understanding Comments)Students are introduced to using comments to organize work, and learn to work with multiple shapes.Week 7Lesson 7Floating in Space (Integers & Strings)Students expand their knowledge of unique variable names and their usage in dot notation.Week 8Lesson 8Final ProjectStudents are given a set of requirements to include in their final project.
This class is taught in English.
- Students will leave with a solid understanding of functions and variables, and how they are used to code games.
Ms. Rae has been coding and doing web design for over a decade. She has designed websites for musicians, writers, theatre companies, and dance studios. She has taught HTML and Python for over 5 years.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Weekly assignments may take 20 minutes to 1 hour.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Completion of class projects.
Laptop with keyboard or Desktop computer with keyboard and mouse.
Codester does not capture personal identifying information of students. Students do not need to create an account. Teacher's will create student accounts and distribute login information in class. Students are not required to have a Google docs account. The teacher may send a Google Docs link for students to view code instructions, or the teacher may screen share a document from Google Docs and rely on verbal responses from students.
Class enrollment fee includes the cost of the Codester platform. No additional fees.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Choreography by Rae has been creating self-confidence boosting programming since 2015. We're more than just movement. Academic and Life Skills: - Creative Writing - Essay Writing - Tutoring - Decluttering & Organization - Storytime Coding &...
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Group Class
$184
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 125 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-5 learners per class