Getting Started With Scratch Coding | 4-Week Flexible Course for Beginners
Get started coding with Scratch in this exciting 4 Week flexible schedule programming class building games and animations!
David Sofield
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4.9
Number of reviews:(820)
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What's included
Class Experience
Your student will learn how to code with Scratch, the world's most popular coding language. There is no experience necessary for this class and will be fun for everyone! This is a highly interactive class with students encouraged to interact with other students and the instructor regularly outside scheduled class times. Your student will be amazed at what they can do at the end of this summer camp and be ready to continue their coding journey. Week 1 What is Scratch How to Organize Your Scratch Account How to Find Ideas for Scratch Projects (Games, Animations, Art, Websites) Build a Fun Scratch Project What can you build with Scratch Week 2 What is a Variable? What is a Function? Build a Fun Scratch Project Keep Building with Scratch! Week 3 Sharing Your Scratch Projects Build a Fun Scratch Project Building Scratch Games Week 4 Advanced Scratch Extensions What is a Conditional Statement Building a Scratch Game Interactive Groups Every student is required to post questions, sample code, and their projects every step of the way. This gives students the chance to learn from each other and start practicing reading code. The instructor will also be providing feedback and guidance daily throughout the course. The class is a supportive, positive, and fun environment for all students! There is no coding or computer science experience required for this class. *********Students will need to be comfortable typing and using the mouse with their device. ********************
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to Scratch and learn the foundations. This allows them to confidently move onto more complex code and continue their coding journey. The camp is also intended to encourage students to get excited about the possibilities of coding and computer science!
Other Details
Supply List
You can create a free account on https://scratch.mit.edu/join. Your student will need a Windows PC, Apple Mac, Linux or Chromebook to complete this class. Unfortunately, Scratch does not work on iPads at this time. ******** Students will need to be comfortable typing and use a mouse/track pad with their device. ********
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
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820reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Mount St. Mary's University
I’ve been a professional developer for nearly a decade. In the past I've worked for Dell, Apple, Best Buy, and the Government of New Zealand. Over the last 4 years, I’ve been teaching and mentoring aspiring junior developers. Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly4 weeks
Completed by 13 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
