Start date: Monday, September 16 2024.

Schedule:

 Mondays, 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM ,

 From September 16, 2024 until November 18, 2024 ,

 The Future Innovators Academy ,

Location: The Future Innovators Academy | 3909 Research Park Drive, suite 400, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

Description:

Unleash your creativity with our Intro to Scratch Coding course! Designed for young learners aged 6 to 8, this class provides a fun and engaging introduction to the world of coding using the Scratch programming language. Through colorful visuals and interactive projects, students will learn the fundamentals of coding in a playful and educational environment.

Course Highlights:

  • Introduction to Coding Concepts: Learn the basics of coding, including sequences, loops, and conditionals, through engaging and interactive projects.
  • Drag-and-Drop Interface: Utilize Scratch’s intuitive drag-and-drop interface to create animations, stories, and simple games.
  • Creative Projects: Work on fun projects that encourage creativity, such as designing animated characters, building interactive stories, and developing simple games.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills by tackling coding challenges and debugging projects.
  • Collaborative Learning: Share your projects and collaborate with peers in a supportive and friendly environment.
  • Guided Instruction: Receive guidance from experienced instructors who specialize in teaching young children the fundamentals of coding.

What Students Will Learn:

  • Basic Coding Concepts: Understand fundamental coding concepts such as loops, variables, and conditionals in a fun and interactive way.
  • Project Creation: Create and customize your own projects, including interactive stories, animations, and games.
  • Creative Thinking: Develop creativity and imagination by designing unique projects and bringing ideas to life through coding.
  • Logical Reasoning: Improve logical reasoning and problem-solving skills by sequencing actions and solving coding puzzles.
  • Collaboration and Communication: Work together with classmates on group projects and share your creations, enhancing communication and teamwork skills.
  • Confidence in Coding: Build confidence in your coding abilities by successfully completing projects and seeing your ideas come to life.

Join us for the Intro to Scratch Coding course and take your first steps into the exciting world of programming. This class is designed to make learning to code a fun and rewarding experience for young learners, fostering a lifelong interest in technology and creativity.

Available spots: Available

Price: $225.00 Taxes waived

Required age: 6 - 9 years old on the day of the activity

Notes: Please note this class needs a minimum of four students to be held.

Prerequisites: None

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