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Scratch Kids Summer Coding Camp Intermediate/Advanced Mario Platformer

In this four day camp, coders will learn to code gravity and wall detection by making a cool Mario platformer with 10 levels, portals, and lava. This challenging class is intermediate to advanced students with experience on Scratch.
Coding Doctors STEM Learning Lab
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What's included

4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Projects
1-2 throughout the class
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

Intermediate - Advanced Level
Is your child passionate about becoming a video game designer? If your answer is yes, then our Mario Platformer Coding Camp is the ideal playground for them! Join us for a thrilling experience where students will dive into the world of game development, learning intermediate to advanced coding skills while crafting their very own Mario-style platformer.

💻 About the Class:
Coders love Scratch platformers, and now they can bring the iconic Mario platformer (a player jumping game) to life with their own creative twists. In this dynamic camp, students will master the art of coding gravity, wall detection, functions, and broadcast blocks, all while having a blast designing and playing their custom Mario platformer games.

👩‍💻👨🏿‍💻 Class Schedule:

📆 Day #1: Make a Basic Platformer Game
Introduction to the Scratch platformer template
Coding essential mechanics: player movement, jump, and landing.

📆 Day #2: Add Five Levels or Realms for Your Game
Exploring level design principles
Implementing multiple levels with increasing complexity

📆 Day #3: Add Powerups and Enemies
Coding power-up functionalities
Creating challenging enemies and obstacles

📆 Day #4: Debugging and Testing
The art of debugging in game development
Hands-on debugging exercises and comprehensive testing strategies

📖 Learning Objectives:
Upon completing this course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the following coding concepts:

Event and motion blocks, mastering the basics of game dynamics.
Various types of loops, utilizing repeat, loop, and nested loop functions for efficient coding.
If and sensing blocks, implementing conditional logic for enhanced interactivity.
Writing code effectively, emphasizing clarity and conciseness.
Debugging code, honing the skill to fix and optimize code sequences.
Crafting a cohesive game design, bringing together coding concepts to create an engaging player experience.
Enroll your child in the Mario Platformer Coding Camp, and let their creativity soar as they build and play their own Mario-inspired adventures! 🚀🍄

🌟IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. Please ensure that your coder has experience on Scratch prior to signing up. This will be a very challenging class for coders with no experience. 
2. Coders MUST have experience on Scratch having taken my (or other) basic and intermediate level Scratch courses.
3. This class requires that all students have an account on Scratch with sharing ability. Please make sure that your child's account is verified prior to our first class. 
4. Students will need two devices. One will be used to view the class on Outschool and the other device will be needed to code. The second device must have a keyboard.
5. In order to keep the pace of the class, students must be on time every day. If we are too far ahead when a student enters, we may ask the student to stay as an observer and watch the video recording after class.
6. Teachers are not able to answer parent's questions via messages while teaching. Thanks for understanding.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to code a multi-level platformer game.
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Supply List
Students will need two devices. One will be used to view the class on Outschool and the other device will be needed to code. The second device must have a keyboard.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Scratch
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governor's University
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Florida International University
David Rice
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Broward College
Lauren Smith
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Alejandrina Von der Heyde
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Louisiana State University
Erin Ashby
New Families 💵 Save $10 on your first class! Use coupon code: DOCTO101010
Expires December 31st, 2024

☀️⛱️ Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate, or advanced coder, We have summer camps for them. We also have writing and reading workshops for K-6th grade! See you this summer!

Welcome to the Coding Doctors Learning Lab! Founded by Lauren Smith, M. Ed., a member of the Computer Science Teachers Association. 

We are a fully online learning academy dedicated to the success of children of all ages, and all abilities, all around the world. We teach coding, reading, science, and more! With an incredible team that includes dedicated certified teachers and computer science experts, your learner could not be in better hands. We cannot wait to meet your student to help them embark in a new and exciting learning adventure!

--------------------About Lauren Smith-------------------------
Lauren Smith is a certified teacher in exceptional student education with a Masters in Instructional Design and specializations in reading, and English for speakers of other languages, as well as students with autism in grades K-12. She is also certified in education from birth through four years old and is a certified teacher of the gifted for grades K-12.  

Having had the privilege of working with students across various age groups and cultural backgrounds, Lauren has taught coding, reading, and mathematics to elementary, middle, and high school children from around the world. Her enthusiasm for both general and special education settings is palpable, and she currently teaches 5th grade at a public school in Hollywood, FL in the United States of America.

Beyond the classroom, Lauren is a mother of three, ages nine, twelve, and sixteen. Her personal experience as a parent, especially to a child with special needs, fuels her passion for inclusive education. Lauren's teaching philosophy centers around the belief in a growth mindset, asserting that, with the right tools, children can master any concept and achieve expertise from a young age.

In her coding classes, Lauren seamlessly integrates math and coding concepts, empowering students to create their own video games and animations through computer code while organically learning mathematical principles. Her joy lies in witnessing her students' faces light up as they discover the possibilities of their newfound knowledge.

As an avid reader herself, Lauren endeavors to instill a love for reading in her students and her own children. Her favorite children's books, ranging from "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio to the "Percy Jackson Series" by Rick Riordan, reflect her diverse literary tastes. Parents often seek her recommendations for captivating reads for children of all ages.

As a bilingual teacher fluent in Spanish, her native language, Lauren enjoys connecting with people from different corners of the globe and delights in practicing basic greetings in various languages. With a dream to travel the world with her family, Lauren Smith continues to inspire, nurture, and celebrate the joy of learning in every student she encounters.

----------------------About David Rice-----------------------
Meet David Rice, a dynamic young coding teacher based in the sunny state of Florida in the United States of America. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and  is currently pursuing his Master's degree. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he has dedicated his career to educating the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

With a flair for simplifying complex concepts, David has found his niche teaching coding to middle and high school students. His innovative and engaging teaching methods not only make coding accessible but also foster creativity and critical thinking in his students. Beyond the classroom, David serves as a teacher assistant  where he continues to inspire and support aspiring computer scientists. In the heart of the tech revolution, David is shaping the minds of tomorrow's innovators with enthusiasm and expertise.

----------------------About Mr. Davy Smith-----------------------
Davy Smith is a dad of three, one boy and two girls who all love to code. He lives in sunny ☀️ Miami, FL with his family. Davy holds a degree in Networks Systems Technologies. He codes on Scratch, HTML, and Python. He has also worked in the broadcasting industry in post production for over 20 years. Mr. Smith is excited to be a part of this amazing team of teachers whose goal is to create a learning environment where kids feel comfortable with making mistakes as they learn. Mr. Smith’s goal is to teach children coding in a fun and laid back environment. 

-----------------About Señor Rodriguez------------------
Alberto Rodriguez, our teen Spanish teacher, is a native of Venezuela. He has been living in the United States for over 30 years and worked in the public school system for over 15 years. He aims to teach teens words and phrases in Spanish that they can use in their every day lives. He also knows the importance of learning grammar rules when learning a new language, so he teaches the correct way to write and read Spanish in his classes. Sr. Rodriguez is retired and now lives with his wife in the beautiful and sunny State of Florida.


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for 4 classes
4x per week, 1 week
55 min

Completed by 320 learners
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Ages: 8-13
3-11 learners per class

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