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Game Development with Scratch

Course Description

Our Game Development with Scratch course is designed to ignite a passion for coding and game creation in young minds. Through this course, students will delve into the fundamentals of coding by designing and building interactive games using Scratch, a user-friendly programming language. Students will explore key concepts such as loops, conditionals, variables, and events as they bring their gaming ideas to life in a fun and engaging way. Our experienced tutors will guide students through the process, providing personalized feedback and support to help them build confidence and develop essential problem-solving skills.

The course is suitable for students of all levels, from beginners with no coding experience to those with some prior knowledge. Our curriculum is structured to meet the needs of different age groups, with age-appropriate game projects that challenge and inspire young learners. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in coding, computational thinking, and creative problem-solving. They will have created their own portfolio of games that showcase their skills and creativity, providing a strong foundation for further study in computer science and game development.

What You’ll Learn?

How to use Scratch programming language to create interactive games with engaging storylines and characters.
Basic programming concepts such as sequencing, loops, conditionals, and variables.
Computational thinking skills such as problem-solving, logical reasoning, and abstraction.
How to collaborate with others to design and develop game projects, receive feedback, and iterate on their work.

Game Development with Scratch is an excellent course for anyone looking to develop their coding skills and explore the exciting world of game creation. By learning how to code and design interactive games, students can improve their problem-solving, logic, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, Scratch programming language is beginner-friendly, making it an ideal introduction to the world of coding for aspiring game developers.

Course Curriculum

With the increasing demand for digital skills in the gaming industry, this course can help students gain valuable skills that can set them apart in their future careers. By taking this course, students can gain a solid foundation in coding and game development, which can be applied in a variety of fields. This course is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain practical skills in coding, storytelling, and game design, and to become a more confident digital citizen.

Week 1-2

In these lessons, you will learn the basics of Scratch programming by creating your first game project. You will explore the Scratch interface, create and customize game sprites, and add simple game mechanics and sounds to your project.

Introduction to Scratch Game Development
Sprites and the Scratch UI for Games

Week 3-4

In these lessons, you will learn how to use motion and control blocks to make your game sprites move and interact with the player. You will also learn how to use variables and loops to create more complex game mechanics and interactions.

Scratch Motion and Control for Games
Variables and Loops in Game Development

Week 5-6

In these lessons, you will learn how to use events and sensing blocks to trigger actions in your game project. You will also learn how to use conditionals and operators to make your game respond to player input.

Game Events in Scratch
Sensing in Game Development with Scratch

Week 7-8

In these lessons, you will learn how to use costumes and sound blocks to enhance the visuals and audio of your game project. You will also learn how to use pen blocks to draw shapes and lines on the game stage.

Game Costumes in Scratch
Game Sound Design with Scratch

Week 9-10

In this lesson, you will learn how to debug and troubleshoot common errors and problems in your game projects. You will also learn how to use the Scratch community and resources to improve your skills and create more complex game projects.

The Scratch Community for Game Developers
Game Debugging and Troubleshooting

Week 11

You will work on your assessment and final game project, presenting it to the class.

Assessment & Final Game Project Presentation

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