What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Weekly projects must be completed as assigned on each video lesson.Class Experience
Students are required to have an account setup on Scratch before the first class. I will also be sending an email explaining how to sign up. ---------------------------- Students will be taught an introductory to coding by using the blocked-based visual programming language called Scratch. This class will allow learners to use critical thinking skills. Students do not need prior coding experience. This class is best suited for children who have never used Scratch. This course will teach students how to create different games through tutorials. They will learn the different code blocks and understand the possibilities. ---------------------------- This class is very interactive and focuses on project based learning. This class promotes creativity and innovation. Students will have many opportunities to ask questions when needed. ---------------------------- Syllabus: *The first day students will learn the basics of what we can do with scratch. Week 1- Introductory to Scratch: Students will learn to make sprites, sounds, loops and use variables and much more. Week 2- Students will learn how to make a pong game. Week 3- Students will learn how to make a shark eating fish game. Week 4- Students will learn how to make a maze. Week 5- Students will learn how to make a cat chasing mouse game. ---------------------------- How we will interact during class: Students will have a prerecorded video every week. They will have projects to complete every week. There will also be class discussions. ---------------------------- 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).
Learning Goals
At the end of the five weeks, students will be able to:
1) How to use Scratch.
2. The different code blocks.
3) How to make games with Scratch.
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Students will use the program Scratch.
Teacher expertise and credentials
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.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $60 for 5 weeks5 weeks
Completed by 41 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 7-12