Intro to Coding & Game Design: Turn Your Learner Into a Coding Enthusiast!
In this 4-week online course, learners, ages 10-14, will have fun while discovering the exciting and challenging world of coding and designing games for the computer.
Bright & Smart ~ Engineering Skills for Kids
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(213)
What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be allowed to continue to improve their projects in between meetings. Before every class, students can present their projects and the improvements they made in the process.Class Experience
Each session is full of projects based on Passion, Collaboration with Peers, and a Playful Spirit. It is full of hands-on Memorable, Meaningful, and Motivating activities, specially designed for girls and boys, 10 to 14 years old. This class is a discovery class where the only academic requirement is a passion for coding, learning, and creating. In this live course, each student will: - Participate in a class with other children his/her age group (10 - 14), learning the basics of coding and designing games. - Enjoy four hours of personalized project-based instruction and interest-based projects. - Learn to code, design, and create their first game on a coding platform. - Collaborate with small groups (6 learners maximum per session) with one adult certified live instructor. Syllabus/Topics covered: Day 1 (Introduction) - Classroom Overview - Introduction to the Coding Platform - Design the first few pieces of an obstacle course Day2 (Color and Materials Scripts) - Think Creatively - Recalling the use of the Coding Platform - Create scripts that change the colors of one part of the game Day3 (Variables & Loops) - Reason Systematically - Understanding the use of variables - Create scripts that improve their obstacle course Day 4 (Wrap up) - Recap on variables, loops, and strings - Play-Test each other's games - Offer feedback on how to improve their game. The 60 minutes classes are incredibly interactive: 10-minute lecture using videos and slides. 40-minute self-paced creation. 10-minute discussion of achievements.
Learning Goals
Coders play an essential role in our everyday lives, from designing reliable apps and games for all ages.
Coders play a crucial role in advancing our technology to help me make our world a more connected and safer place.
Students will learn the basics of coding games in our Coding & Game Design class and understand its steps to create a successful design.
In this course, students will put on their coding caps and test their abilities by creating different projects related to the commands learned throughout the class. Students will learn that being a game coder starts with understanding the vocabulary and navigating and troubleshooting errors that may arise.
With the instructor's guide, students will learn that they, too, can be a part of the coding process if they are willing to try.
Other Details
Supply List
The following system OS/hardware will ensure Microsoft MakeCode runs smoothly: A PC or Mac computer running at least Windows 7 or macOS 10.10 At least 1 GB of system memory. Internet access. This keeps the software up-to-date and lets you save projects to your account. Also, the following hardware will enhance your experience: A 2-button mouse with a scroll wheel. A dedicated video card (not an integrated card).
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
4.8
213reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bright & Smart started in 2005. We have been teaching and developing our programs for the past 15 years. We create our programs with students' learning experience in mind; we want them to learn to love STEM. To develop their higher cognitive skills and natural abilities, we help them see themselves as technology creators. Reviews
Live Group Class
$80
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
60 min
Completed by 29 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-6 learners per class
