Dive into the exciting world of coding by creating your very own clicker game with Scratch! This introductory course is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of programming in a fun and interactive way.

What You'll Learn:

Throughout the course, you'll learn essential coding concepts and apply them to build a personalized you and your friends will enjoy!

• Introduction to Scratch programming
• Basic coding concepts: loops, variables, conditionals, and events
• How to design and animate sprites
• Techniques for creating interactive elements and game mechanics
• Goal setting and documentation

What you'll do:

• Hands-On Projects: Build your own clicker game step-by-step with guided instructions and examples.
• Learn the basics: Understand basic coding concepts in an easy and fun way.
• Personalized Support: Get feedback and support from Mary-Ellen, an experienced instructor to help you succeed.
• Collaborative Environment: Share your progress with classmates, exchange ideas, and collaborate on game enhancements.

NOTE: Enrollment in this course gives you access to the Scratch Coding club - giving you more opportunities to connect with friends to work on your project!

This course is perfect for beginners who are curious about coding and want to create their first game. No prior coding experience is necessary – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!

What you'll need

A Scratch account that you can create here before the session starts.

Let’s get ready to code, create, and have loads of fun!