Course Information:
Level 1 is for beginners and students with some prior coding experience who need to strengthen their understanding and utilization of core programming concepts in their programs. Students learn how to create programs, including games and interactive stories, and how to effectively apply core coding concepts.They practice problem-solving and learn how to debug their programs. Students learn that coding is creative, fun and easy!
Tools/Language: Python
Prerequisites:Typing Skills
Technical Requirements:
- Chromebook, Mac, or Windows PC (Windows only for Level 6 and Level H2)
- Internet
- Speakers, microphone, and webcam
GRADUATION CRITERIA:
Demonstrated understanding of:
- Loops, functions, variables, and conditionals
- Python concepts: lists and basic I/O operations
- Debugging techniques and their application in projects
- Event handling and basic game physics concepts
Examples of projects students can build on their own:
- Clones of classic games such as Space Invaders or Snake
- Simple player vs player games
- Platformer games using gravity and velocity