What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
🌟 Unlock the world of coding with BrainFizzl! Join our interactive and engaging course that introduces students to the blocked-based visual programming language called Scratch. 🎮✨ 🚀 Introduction to Coding with Scratch 🧠🌈 Are you ready to embark on an exciting coding adventure? Join our introductory course that focuses on the blocked-based visual programming language, Scratch. This class is designed for students with no prior coding experience and is best suited for children who have never used Scratch before. Through our interactive and project-based learning approach, students will develop critical thinking skills while exploring the endless possibilities of coding. 🧩 Syllabus: 📅 Week 1: Introduction to Scratch In the first week, students will dive into the basics of Scratch. They will learn how to create sprites, incorporate sounds, make loops, use variables, and much more. By gaining a solid foundation in Scratch, students will set the stage for their coding journey. 📅 Week 2: Create a Pong Game During this session, students will learn how to make a classic Pong game. They will dive into coding game mechanics, create paddle movements, and implement scoring systems. Get ready to challenge your friends to a virtual Pong match! 📅 Week 3: Dive into the Shark Eating Fish Game In this week, students will immerse themselves in the underwater world as they create an exciting shark eating fish game. They will design sprites, code the movements of the shark and fish, and bring the game to life with interactive elements. Can you survive the hungry shark? 📅 Week 4: Navigate the Minecraft Maze Calling all Minecraft fans! In this week's session, students will embark on a coding adventure to create their very own Minecraft-inspired maze game. They will design intricate mazes, code character movements, and incorporate obstacles. Get ready to explore the virtual labyrinth! 📅 Week 5: Create a Pictionary Game Let your creativity soar as students learn to develop a Pictionary game. They will learn to design sprites, code drawing and guessing mechanics, and create an engaging gameplay experience. Can you guess the drawings in this interactive Pictionary challenge? 🎮 This class promotes creativity, innovation, and critical thinking through project-based learning. Students will have numerous opportunities to ask questions and receive guidance from our experienced instructors throughout the course. 💡 Join us on Outschool to embark on an unforgettable coding journey with Scratch. Enroll now and let your imagination come to life as you create different games through interactive tutorials. Unleash your coding potential and discover the exciting possibilities of Scratch! 🌟🎉 ---------------------------- REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS: Saving Documents: 1. Students will be required to save a file on their desktop and load it on Scratch. I will have instructions on how to load the file. Parents must have knowledge on saving files on their desktop. (Most students require parental support, an email will be sent). This will need to be completed before coming to scheduled class. Coding: 1. Students will be required to have a desktop computer or a laptop to take this class in order to code on Scratch 3.0. Students should not be using tablets or iPad's. 2. Students are required to have a keyboard during class, this will help them code. 3. Students may take the class with one device but they will need to have two screens opened at the same time. 4. Students are required to have an account with Scratch. This will help them save their projects. The website is: https://scratch.mit.edu/ Zoom: 1. It is strongly encouraged to have two devices. One device for Zoom (laptop, desktop computer or tablet) and a second device for coding (no tablets or iPad's). Reading: Students should be able to read the blocks in order to take this course. Otherwise, it will be very difficult to follow the tutorial. Many of the blocks look similar to one another, which can confuse students that are unable to read.
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BrainFizz streams away from formal teaching methods to make these discoveries happen!
We spark innovation and fun within technical matters such as coding, science and escape rooms.
Through our summer camps, escape rooms, social clubs, and personalized birthday parties, children aged 3-15 will forever learn the true joy of learning
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RAIA LOBO- She is the Founder and CEO at BrainFizz. She creates all the content for BrainFizz. She teaches coding, space and conducts social clubs and escape rooms. Raia has received a degree from University of Ontario Institute of Technology. She has taught online for longer than 4 years and has taught over 10,000 classes online during this span. Raia has taught Grades 4-6 in a brick and mortar setting. She has experience teaching students ages 3 to 16 years of age.
BrainFizz offers a variety of different classes. All teachers will be patient and help your child gain confidence and they will have fun learning. BrainFizz's philosophy is that education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world- Nelson Mandela.
All classes will incorporate creative measures, this helps many young learners absorb the content easily. Some of the methods include drawing, coloring or creating a mini-project during class. These activities will help students gain critical thinking skills, innovation, focus, and freedom of expression. Unlike a conventional classroom BrainFizz enjoys providing students with many opportunities to explore new hands on approaches.
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Refunds and Transfers:
Per Outschool's limited refund policy: "Full refund within 24 hours of purchase or up to a week in advance of the class." If you have any concerns, you can also contact Outschool Support directly.
For one-time classes:
If you are unable to make a class, please message us 24 hours before class. We will try our best to accommodate by transferring the student to a different date and time. If you message us after the 24 hours. We cannot issue a refund or transfer the student.
For multi-day classes:
If you are unable to make a class, we are unable to transfer the student. We will have a recording available.
Class cancellations:
BrainFizz may cancel a class if we do not reach the minimum number of students enrolled. If this happens, we will message you ahead of time asking if you would like to transfer or be issued a refund. Automatic refunds will be sent if no response is made.
Recordings:
Class recordings are not automatically posted. You will need to request for the recording. This is for safety of the students.
Technical concerns:
If you are experiencing technical concerns please message Outschool's support team directly, they can assist you. We are unable to assist while teaching the course. We are unable to issue refunds for technical concerns from your end.
Messages:
If you sent us a message. We will send an email in 24 hours. If you have questions or concerns about a course that is scheduled for today. Please keep in mind that we might not be able to email you on time. Emailing us a day prior will avoid any conflicts with your upcoming course.
***At the beginning of class, students will be required to open their cameras for security purposes. They can be turned off once I have verified. Please make sure to test Zoom before entering class.
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Live Group Class
$70
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
55 min
Completed by 134 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-8 learners per class