Coding: Scratch Beginners I (Virtual)

**This class is intended for students who are new to coding or Scratch.**

These classes are built around Scratch, a project of the MIT Media Lab, which is a simple yet powerful programming language developed at MIT that uses color-coded blocks that appeal to young students.  Scratch is the most popular language for young programmers, with about seven million users around the world.

In our Scratch Beginners Course, students are introduced to object-oriented programming concepts through the fun and interactive world of Scratch Coding.  Using stackable code blocks, students will create stories and interactive adventures while mastering the intuitive Scratch user interface and understanding the functions of key blocks, which represent essential computer programming functions.

Key Features:

• Creative Programming: Learn to program stories, games, and animations with Scratch.
• User Interface Mastery: Understand the functions of the most important Scratch blocks.
• Engaging Projects: Participate in fun-filled projects, such as animating characters, telling stories,  designing video games, simulating science experiments, and developing digital art work. 
• Individualized Learning:  Instruction is tailored to student’s interests, learning style, and pace.

Students are encouraged to think creatively and share their creations amongst their peers and beyond. This course emphasizes both the mastery of their coding skills and the expression of imagination, providing a balanced approach to learning programming.

Dive into the world of coding with Scratch, where every project sparks creativity and turns coding into an exciting learning adventure!