Dance Party AI: Coding, Creativity, and Artificial Intelligence - Code.Org

What will be taught?

Students will learn foundational coding concepts, including programming events, generating effects with AI, and creating interactive elements for a dance party.

Topics Covered:

Introduction to AI and its role in creativity
Basic coding with drag-and-drop blocks
Programming events like keystrokes and timers
Using AI to generate colorful special effects

Class Structure:

Warm-Up (5 minutes): Icebreaker discussion about creativity and how AI can assist.
Main Activity (45 minutes):
Introduction to the Dance Party platform
Coding dance moves and events
Using AI to enhance visual effects
Free exploration and creation of a custom dance party
Wrap-Up (5 minutes): Reflect on the activity and discuss the role of AI in creative processes.

Teaching Style & Interaction:
This class will be highly interactive and hands-on, with students coding in real-time, discussing ideas, and sharing their projects. Learners will receive guidance through live coding demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and peer collaboration.