What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
Optional prerecorded lessons will be posted in the Outschool classroom periodically to reinforce what was taught in the live weekly class. There will also be additional coding lessons posted for students that would like extra practice on the topic. Completion of the material is completely optional.Mastery Evaluation
I will occasionally send feedback when students reach important coding milestones/learning goals.Class Experience
Beginner - Intermediate Level
NOTE: You must have experience using Roblox Studio BEFORE taking this class. This includes experience making your own roblox games. This class does not teach how to use Roblox Studio. This class is about learning how to code. You must know how to use Roblox Studio before learning how to code. This live course is designed for students that have Roblox Studio experience and want to learn the basics of the Roblox Lua programming language. Roblox Lua is the programming language used in Roblox games. New students are welcome to join ANYTIME. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Each week, we practice coding in Roblox Studio. The code may be different each week, but the TOPICS remain the same. The topic is computer programming fundamentals. This includes things such as: Variables Functions Parameters Object Oriented Programming basics Datatypes This is an ongoing class. This means the class runs for an indefinite amount of time. This allows for students to join the class ANYTIME and not be behind. Take the class for as long as you want. Start/end the class whenever you want. We do a different code each week, but the goal remains the same. The goal is for student to master the fundamentals of Roblox Lua. In this class, students will dive deep into the fundamentals of the programming language used to create Roblox games. My goal is not just to teach you how to type code or follow tutorials, but to ensure you genuinely understand what you're doing every step of the way. It's easy to find code online, copy and paste it, or follow a tutorial to make something work. However, true mastery comes from knowing why and how the code functions. For example, do you know what a variable is and how to create one? Can you explain when to use a named function versus an anonymous one? These are essential concepts that every coder should grasp. For example, every server script in Roblox starts out with this code: print("Hello world") Almost every student I know can type that code, but what does it mean? What does the code do? It uses a function. What kind of function is it? What is a function? What part of the code is a string? Do you know what a string is? These are the kinds of questions many students cannot answer. They are just typing code but don't truly understand what they are typing and why. My goal is to teach you the logic behind the code you write. Coding is more than just typing—it’s about understanding the principles that make your code work. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Setting up the Computer Strongly suggest using two devices and a computer mouse for class. Roblox Studio is very challenging to use without a computer mouse
Learning Goals
Understanding of computer programming fundamentals.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental Guidance is advised for students under 13 when accessing the internet and when downloading and installing programs such as Roblox Studio. Roblox Studio is a free program that should only be downloaded from the official Roblox site. www.roblox.com/create. Roblox Studio requires a Roblox account.
Roblox Studio requires an internet connection. Roblox Studio cannot be used offline/without internet.
Roblox Studio requires that a student be in good standing with Roblox. Students that are suspended/banned from Roblox will also be suspended/banned from Roblox Studio too. Any kind of account issues must be directed to Roblox support.
Pre-Requisites
This is a coding class. Students must have experience using a windows/mac computer, roblox studio experience, and experience typing/keyboarding. Students are responsible for typing their own code. Code is not copied and pasted.
Supply List
Roblox Studio is required for this class. You must have experience using Roblox Studio BEFORE taking this class. A Roblox account is required for this class. Important notice: Chromebooks, tablets, smartphones, consoles (Nintendo switch, PlayStation, Xbox etc.) are NOT compatible with Roblox Studio, the program used in this class. A Windows/Mac computer is REQUIRED for this class. A computer mouse is strongly encouraged but not required. Roblox Studio is required for the class and can be downloaded directly from the Roblox site: https://www.roblox.com/create A Roblox account is needed to use Roblox Studio. If your child plays Roblox games, it means your child has an account associated with Roblox. The same account info is used to log into Roblox Studio.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi!
My name is Miss Jennifer, and I teach classes about Roblox/Roblox Studio, Cubzh, Visual Studio Code, and Blender. I enjoy teaching coding and video game design. It is a joy to be able to teach what I love to do.
My coding classes focus on learning computer programming fundamentals. These are essential skills that students will take with them into adulthood and are valuable in any field of study.
I am also a Roblox event organizer, and I have run a few virtual gaming tournaments here on Outschool: Roblox Bedwars, Bladeball, and Doors. The Doors tournament was pretty funny because I had multiple students get to door 100, so it was a tie. If you have any ideas for other tournaments I should create in the future, let me know.
I don't just teach Roblox stuff; I am a huge fan. When I am not teaching, I am on Roblox just like you. I play ERLC, Pls Donate, Dandy's World, Bladeball, Berry Ave., Strongest Battlegrounds, Elemental Grounds, and Bedwars. I am Zukojen on Roblox. I am also Zukojen on Cubzh. Cubzh is an up and coming 3D gaming platform that also uses Lua programming.
I offer a lot of classes. If you are not sure what class to take first/next, ask me. Please feel welcome to send me a message BEFORE enrolling. Some classes are for students that have never used Roblox Studio. Some classes are for students that have no coding experience. Some classes are for students that have some coding experience but are still beginners. Please tell me your current experience level (if any) and what you want to learn, and I can tell you where to start.
If you don't see a day/time that works for your schedule, please send me a schedule request.
Don't see a class that you like? Tell me! I am always looking for new class ideas and always updating my material.
I have taught over 3,000 students here on Outschool how to code and create their own games. I hope to see you in my classes soon!
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More about me and my teaching style:
My teaching style is all about being thorough and patient. It really doesn't matter to me what kind of game the student wants to make; every game has the same basic components, and every coding language shares the same basic components. My goal is to give students the fundamental skills they need to create whatever they want. I allow the kids to lead based on their interests and explore. I provide hands-on examples and enable students to learn at their own pace in a prepared environment. Learning should never be a passive process. Students should present, aware, and engaged.
It may take longer or require more effort, but it is worth it every single time. The things that students can learn to do for themselves and others are far more meaningful than what someone else can do for them. So yes, students in my classes are responsible for typing their own code and building their own stuff. Does it take longer? YUP. Is it more challenging? YUP. Copying and pasting stuff and blindly following a bunch of steps is not helpful. There is value in learning how to make things on your own.
I am often told by my younger students that I treat them just like I treat the big kids. I treat all my students like developers, because they are developers. The only difference between my students and me is that I have more experience doing it. We all have to start somewhere. Never too early to learn these lifelong skills. Why do I treat all my students like developers, even the ones with no experience? That is because in the tech world, we call those junior developers! Haha!
I was born and raised in Westchester County, New York. I now live in Nevada (Pacific Standard Time Zone). I have always enjoyed technology. When I was a kid, I would take electronics apart and often would break them in the process, which my parents were not too happy about haha. "The machine is for homework ONLY!" Apparently the family computer could not run without a CPU. Who knew? HAHA.
As a kid, I would read my aunt's medical books and write what I found in C programming.
#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
char funnyBoneDefinition[] = "The ulnar nerve runs near the surface of the elbow, and when hit, it can cause a tingling sensation in the forearm and fingers, often referred to as hitting the 'funny bone.'";
// Print the definition using the variable
printf("Funny Bone: %s\n", funnyBoneDefinition);
return 0;
}
If there is anyone out there that wants to learn C, let me know! Let's keep C alive! Many industries like the aerospace, financial, automotive, and medical industry still use C for essential stuff to function. We need more people to learn the language. I would love to teach it.
It should be no surprise then to know that before Outschool, I worked as a software developer for a hospital system. My primary coding languages are Lua/Roblox Lua, C++, C, python, java, and C#. After work, I would help students in my local area with their math and coding homework. Now I get to teach students all over the world in a virtual classroom here on Outschool. It's so much fun!
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Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
4-8 learners per class