Scratch II: Algorithm Composing (Age 6-8)

CAMP OVERVIEW

Language: English

Suitable for Age 7+

Scratch II is a deep dive in Scratch for aspiring young programmers following the Start from Scratch: Animation & Games course. After learning the fundamentals of Scratch and creative programming, students in the Scratch II course solidify their understanding of key computer science concepts including sequences, loops, conditionals, abstraction and object-oriented programming by creating more advanced and even more fun multimedia games and projects. In this course, students will also start to integrate Scratch projects with hardware devices such as microphones and webcams, creating a whole new horizon of Scratch games that can be controlled by body movements and voice inputs!

Takeaways

• Reviewing the basic computer science concepts sequences and loops
• Deep dive into computer science concepts such as conditionals and functions
• Introduction to inputs and outputs in a computer system
• Designing and programming Scratch games that read real world body movements and voice inputs
• Presenting the Scratch projects to the rest of the class

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

PREREQUISITE

Student must have taken Start from Scratch: Animation & Games or equivalent experiences in Scratch prior to enrolling into this course.

Suitable for Age 7+

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS

8:1 Ratio Guarantee

We believe in developing a personal relationship with the student. Our instructors are as much teachers as we are facilitators, and coach for our students' learning. By ensuring a small class, each student benefits from maximum attention from instructor and teaching assistant, and at the same time, learns from peers.

Personalized Learning

Our courses are designed for students to run at their own pace. Our curriculum is level-based for each module, meaning that each student can learn at their own appropriate, customized pace.

Hands-on Project-based Learning

First Code classrooms are messy, chaotic and we love it! We believe in hands-on creation, experimental learning and lots of discussion.

Follow on Curriculum for Immersed Learning

What happens after this holiday? Like learning any other language, learning to code is best done through an immersive, continual commitment. We offer a multi-year curriculum that allows students to deepen and broaden their interests in computer science and software development.