Scratch 3.0 for Teachers | Teach Coding with Games & Scratch

Learn to Teach Game Development with Scratch 3.0: A Comprehensive Course for Educators

This course is designed for teachers eager to introduce game development and fundamental coding principles to their students, bridging the gap between Scratch 3.0 and more advanced programming. You'll receive ready-to-use lesson plans and activities to effectively deliver engaging coding instruction.

Discover how to teach coding by guiding students through the creation of 14 different games using the popular Scratch programming language. This hands-on approach includes building a classic Arcade Arkanoid Game, providing practical experience in game design and development. Scratch 3.0 is utilized due to its intuitive, graphical interface – a drag-and-drop system that simplifies the complexities of coding and makes it accessible to all.

This course promises a fun and motivating learning experience for both you and your students, fostering a deeper understanding of coding. Scratch 3.0 is a free programming language and vibrant online community where students can create interactive stories, games, and animations. It empowers them to build online projects and share their creations with peers. Developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten group at the MIT Media Lab, Scratch is specifically designed to help children (ages 8+) develop imagination, common sense, and computer interaction skills.

Scratch is widely recognized as the best educational programming software for kids today, enabling the creation of engaging games and interactive art projects. This course leverages the power of the Scratch program, developed by MIT, to provide a solid foundation in coding.

This course is ideal for:

• Educators of all levels interested in learning to code and incorporating game development into their curriculum.
• Aspiring coding instructors looking to build a career in teaching programming – a rapidly growing field. Learn Scratch from a University programming instructor and gain valuable skills for starting a coding academy or securing a teaching position.
• Existing coders who want to explore Scratch Programming and create fun, engaging games. Rediscover the joy of programming with a user-friendly platform.

No matter your current coding experience, you'll find this course fun, rewarding, and aligned with the educational goals of MIT. Start your journey into teaching coding with Scratch 3.0 today!