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Coding Club Intermediate Level- Code A New Game On Scratch Each And Every Week!

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Ages 8-12
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Get ready to code exciting intermediate level games in this fun coding lab! 💻 Platformers, artificial intelligence, and animations! If you already love Scratch, this class is for you! Most games will take longer than a week to program.
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Live video meetings
1x per week
3-14 learners per class
55 min

What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per week
Projects
included
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 2 - 5
Intermediate Level
💥 Welcome to the Intermediate Scratch Coders Club! This is a weekly class where we will code our heads off by designing and programming exciting games in a fun learning environment. 

👨‍🚀 This hands-on and interactive class is designed to introduce kids to the fundamentals of computer programming in a fun and engaging way. Throughout this course, students will embark on a creative journey where they will learn how to speak the language of computers, solve problems, and bring their ideas to.

🌟 Class Highlights:
Interactive Learning: Our class employs interactive activities and projects to make learning coding concepts fun and easy for kids.

Creativity: Kids will have the opportunity to create their own games, animations, and interactive stories using Scratch, a platform created for kids by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Problem-Solving: Coding isn't just about writing code; it's about solving puzzles and challenges. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

💛 Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to work together on coding projects and share their ideas.
Real-Life Applications: Students will explore how coding is used in the real world, from game development to robotics and web design.

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👀 What will coders learn? 
In this virtual hangout, we will code a new game each week. Each game will incorporate a different coding concept which will be explained in class. Different concepts include the list below. Most concepts will overlap.

📆 Week of February 17- Variables and lists
📆 Week of February 24-- Data types and combining data types
📆 Week of March 3--Conditionals- all types
📆 Week of March 10-- User input


🌟 Students MUST have a Scratch account before class begins. 
Please visit https://scratch.mit.edu to open a free account before your first class. 
Students will need to know how to remix projects. Please watch our easy video which you will receive once you join our class.
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🤓 What's your teaching style?
Learners and parents can expect a very dynamic style class with lots of activities that will engage young minds. In addition, I build cross curricular lessons in which kids will not only be learning coding, but they will also enhance their math, science, and reading skills. 
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🌟 Some of the games we will program include. Some games will take 3 or more weeks to make. 
Artificial Intelligence - Playing against the computer
Platformers
Madlibs
Crossy Road
Fireworks 
Space invaders
Car chase

This will be fun! I can’t wait for you to join the club! 🌎

Ongoing intermediate classes will code one game in a class or a longer game that can take 3 or more weeks to complete. If the student joins an intermediate class midway, they can remix the project that is being worked on in order to jump into the program and continue coding. Classes in a huge part tailored to each group of students, so the length of time they take depends on how many questions students ask or how much help they need. We want to ensure that all students have the best possible learning experience. 

📖 Program Goals~ After 16 weeks in this program, students understand the following coding concepts in depth:
1. Event and motion blocks
2. Various types of Loops
3. Understands that with the loop function, fewer blocks are needed to achieve the same goal Uses repeat, loop, nested loop functions to reach a goal
4. Uses the event and motion code blocks in Scratch
5.  If and sensing blocks
6. Sound blocks
7. Writing code
8. Debugging code by fixing a sequence of code of adding missing code. 

Important Notes 👇👀
-Coders will need two devices when taking this class. One device will be used for coding on Scratch, while the other device will be used to watch the teacher on Zoom (via the Outschool website). The coding device must have a keyboard. Using one device for this class will be very difficult and frustrating for your learner, so please make sure tht two devices are set up before class. 
-This program is best suited for kids 8 years and older. Younger kids will need SIGNIFICANT adult assistance as the coders are required to manage technical issues that may arise during the class. 
-Students must already have an account on Scratch before joining the first class.

🗒️ Parents:  Unfortunately we cannot issue a refund for missed classes as the spot has been reserved for your child. However, the recording for the class is available for your child to watch. Please keep in mind that you can pause or stop the subscription if you anticipate that your child will be missing class. If it is a last minute situation, you will have access to the class recording and your child may watch it to make up for the missed lesson.

Learning Goals

Master Key Coding Concepts: Variables, Lists, and Data Types.
Develop Problem-Solving Skills with Conditional Logic.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
✅ Learners will need to open at free account the Scratch coding platform before their first class by going to Scratch.mit.edu ✅ We strongly recommend that parents make sure that commenting in projects is turned off by going to each project and clicking the off button for comments found to the bottom right hand side of the project page. 🗒️ Parents: Unfortunately we cannot issue a refund for missed classes as the spot has been reserved for your child. However, the recording for the class is available for your child to watch. Please keep in mind that you can pause or stop the subscription if you anticipate that your child will be missing class. If it is a last minute situation, you will have access to the class recording and your child may watch it to make up for the missed lesson.
Pre-Requisites
📝 In order to join the intermediate level class, your child should know how to: ✅ Add and delete a sprites/costumes/backdrops ✅ How to remix and save games, and how to add code to each individual sprite.
Supply List
Students may use two devices, or set up two windows side-by-side (if they are comfortable with this setup). If using two separate devices, one will be used to view the teacher on Outschool and the other device will be needed to code. The coding device must have a keyboard as most of the games we teach use a keyboard.

You can download the Scratch app prior to the first class at:
https://scratch.mit.edu/download

Alternatively, you can use the web-based Scratch version at Scratch.mit.edu
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

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Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governor's University
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Florida International University
David Rice
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Broward College
Lauren Smith
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Alejandrina Von der Heyde
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Louisiana State University
Erin Ashby
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☀️⛱️ Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate, or advanced coder, We have summer camps for them. We also have writing and reading workshops for K-6th grade! See you this summer!

Welcome to the Coding Doctors Learning Lab! Founded by Lauren Smith, M. Ed., a member of the Computer Science Teachers Association. 

We are a fully online learning academy dedicated to the success of children of all ages, and all abilities, all around the world. We teach coding, reading, science, and more! With an incredible team that includes dedicated certified teachers and computer science experts, your learner could not be in better hands. We cannot wait to meet your student to help them embark in a new and exciting learning adventure!

--------------------About Lauren Smith-------------------------
Lauren Smith is a certified teacher in exceptional student education with a Masters in Instructional Design and specializations in reading, and English for speakers of other languages, as well as students with autism in grades K-12. She is also certified in education from birth through four years old and is a certified teacher of the gifted for grades K-12.  

Having had the privilege of working with students across various age groups and cultural backgrounds, Lauren has taught coding, reading, and mathematics to elementary, middle, and high school children from around the world. Her enthusiasm for both general and special education settings is palpable, and she currently teaches 5th grade at a public school in Hollywood, FL in the United States of America.

Beyond the classroom, Lauren is a mother of three, ages nine, twelve, and sixteen. Her personal experience as a parent, especially to a child with special needs, fuels her passion for inclusive education. Lauren's teaching philosophy centers around the belief in a growth mindset, asserting that, with the right tools, children can master any concept and achieve expertise from a young age.

In her coding classes, Lauren seamlessly integrates math and coding concepts, empowering students to create their own video games and animations through computer code while organically learning mathematical principles. Her joy lies in witnessing her students' faces light up as they discover the possibilities of their newfound knowledge.

As an avid reader herself, Lauren endeavors to instill a love for reading in her students and her own children. Her favorite children's books, ranging from "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio to the "Percy Jackson Series" by Rick Riordan, reflect her diverse literary tastes. Parents often seek her recommendations for captivating reads for children of all ages.

As a bilingual teacher fluent in Spanish, her native language, Lauren enjoys connecting with people from different corners of the globe and delights in practicing basic greetings in various languages. With a dream to travel the world with her family, Lauren Smith continues to inspire, nurture, and celebrate the joy of learning in every student she encounters.

----------------------About David Rice-----------------------
Meet David Rice, a dynamic young coding teacher based in the sunny state of Florida in the United States of America. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and  is currently pursuing his Master's degree. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he has dedicated his career to educating the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

With a flair for simplifying complex concepts, David has found his niche teaching coding to middle and high school students. His innovative and engaging teaching methods not only make coding accessible but also foster creativity and critical thinking in his students. Beyond the classroom, David serves as a teacher assistant  where he continues to inspire and support aspiring computer scientists. In the heart of the tech revolution, David is shaping the minds of tomorrow's innovators with enthusiasm and expertise.

----------------------About Mr. Davy Smith-----------------------
Davy Smith is a dad of three, one boy and two girls who all love to code. He lives in sunny ☀️ Miami, FL with his family. Davy holds a degree in Networks Systems Technologies. He codes on Scratch, HTML, and Python. He has also worked in the broadcasting industry in post production for over 20 years. Mr. Smith is excited to be a part of this amazing team of teachers whose goal is to create a learning environment where kids feel comfortable with making mistakes as they learn. Mr. Smith’s goal is to teach children coding in a fun and laid back environment. 

-----------------About Señor Rodriguez------------------
Alberto Rodriguez, our teen Spanish teacher, is a native of Venezuela. He has been living in the United States for over 30 years and worked in the public school system for over 15 years. He aims to teach teens words and phrases in Spanish that they can use in their every day lives. He also knows the importance of learning grammar rules when learning a new language, so he teaches the correct way to write and read Spanish in his classes. Sr. Rodriguez is retired and now lives with his wife in the beautiful and sunny State of Florida.


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📝 Need a grade report signed by one of our certified teachers? Please let us know if your child needs a grade report or certificate of completion for one of our courses. We will gladly provide one upon your request.

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