Scratch Coding Fall Boot Camp Beginners Code-A-Thon -Code 5 Games in 5 Days
Ready to code your own AI Chat Bot? Join us for this Beginner Level Code-a-thon! Kids will create and publish 5 different games using block coding on the Scratch platform. This kids boot camp is for students who have no coding experience.
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students are welcome to mod games we code in class.Certificate of Completion
We will issue a certificate of completion of our Scratch Coding Course for Beginners upon request. The certificate will be signed by one of our programmers or certified teachers.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
Embark on a creative coding journey where kids will bring their imagination to life through the magic of programming! This beginner-friendly, project-based coding boot camp is designed for kids who have never coded before, making learning fun and interactive. 👨🚀 Project-Based Learning Dive into the world of coding by creating your very own Chat Bot and explore the basics of programming in a hands-on, project-based environment. 👨🚀 Daily Game Development Each camp day is a new adventure! With expert guidance, students will design and code a unique video game, discovering the joy of problem-solving and creativity. ✅ Five Fully Working Games or Animations By the end of the week, young coders will proudly showcase five fully functional games or animations they've crafted. These creations are not just lines of code but interactive experiences ready to be shared with family and friends. 💻 Scratch, a Coding Platform from MIT Master the basics and beyond on Scratch, a beginner-friendly platform with a visual programming language. Unleash your creativity through drag-and-drop coding, and witness your code come to life instantly. Understanding the Possibilities of Coding This class goes beyond the syntax; it's about understanding the possibilities of coding. Kids will learn the art of problem-solving, logic, and creative expression through the medium of programming. The primary goal is to show kids that coding can be incredibly fun! Engage in playful coding activities, interactive challenges, and unlock the secrets of making technology dance to your commands. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the week, budding coders will not only have a thorough understanding of all the basic features on Scratch but also a newfound appreciation for the limitless potential that coding offers. They'll proudly present their Chat Bot creations, showcasing their journey from coding novices to confident young programmers. Enroll your child in this coding adventure and watch them discover the exciting world of programming—one project at a time! 🌟🚀 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 📆 Daily lessons: Day 1- Dazzling Doodle Game Day 2- Falling Object Game Day 3- Adding a Score and Time with variables Day 4- Intro to Artificial Intelligence and lists Day 5- Animated Card using broadcast blocks --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📖 After taking this course, our students are able to: ✅ Define and sprite and its uses in coding ✅ Use sound blocks and choose sound from the music library. ✅ Create pictures in Scratch ✅ Define and use conditionals and loops ✅ Debug a coding sequence that has missing or wrong blocks in the sequence, at the beginner level. This class is for beginners only. If your coder already knows how to add a sprite, duplicate code, and paint a sprite, please join our intermediate level Code-a-thon at: https://outschool.com/classes/0f05f86a-6822-45f3-912c-57be06be131e/schedule#usNjnhkm9I ***IMPORTANT NOTES*** 💻🥳😻 1. Coders must be on time, every day. The teacher is not able to reteach the material, once class has started. If a student joins class more than 5 minutes late, they will be asked to stay as an observer and watch the video after class in order to complete the activity. 2. Missed a class? No worries, video lessons and class recording are posted daily. 3. Send us your questions after class. If class is over and your learner needs assistance, please reach out with a message to the teacher. We are here to help. 4. Young learners may need SIGNIFICANT assistance setting up their computer on their first day. 5. Learners MUST have 2 devices to take this class. One for watching the teacher and one for coding. 🌟After completing this 5 day course, your child will be ready to take the intermediate level Scratch coding course. Sign up for back to back weeks for maximum benefit. We love teaching, we love coding, but most of all... We love having your child in our class 💻❤️🤓 🌟ATTENTION TEACHERS: 👀 The names, images, and class descriptions found under my profile are COPYRIGHTED and may NOT be copied or duplicated. 🌟
Learning Goals
At the end of the one week boot camp, students will be able to use sprites, coding blocks, and backgrounds to code real games on Scratch.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We highly advice that you turn off the comment feature on Scratch when sharing projects.
Please download the Scratch app prior to the first class at:
https://scratch.mit.edu/download
Younger learners (8 and younger) may need SIGNIFICANT assistance setting up their computer for coding on their first 2-3 days. By the 3rd day, younger kids usually get a good grasp on how to set up Scratch and setting up their program.
Pre-Requisites
Learners must be able to use a mouse and key board in order to take this class. Please feel free to let your child play around with Scratch prior to the class by visiting Scratch.mit.edu
Supply List
1. Please download the Scratch app prior to the first class at:
https://scratch.mit.edu/download
2. Students will need to work on side by side windows or two separate devices (one can be a phone). No downloads are required but students must have a laptop or desktop to access the platform where we will code.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governor's University
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Florida International University
3 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Broward College
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Louisiana State University
Our classes are taught by trained teachers, programmers, and Scratch experts.
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Live Group Class
$80
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 1733 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-10 learners per class