SCRATCH A FUN WAY TO CODE
INTRODUCTIONS Presenters: Rob Orchiston – Software Developer (ObjecTech Software Solutions) Brenda Valerio – Principal (Meadowbrook School – 5-8 & K-3)
WHO ARE OUR AUDIENCE/PARTICIPANTS? Please participate in the following live live poll via SMS or Online…. Thanks
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT CODING? Inside Outside Circle – Cooperative Learning Strategy- Background/Prior Knowledge Sharing – Critical Thinking
ABOUT CODING & THE IMPORTANCE IN SCHOOLS
QUOTES FROM FAMOUS PEOPLE RE: CODING
SCRATCH IN SCHOOLS – WHY? Digital Literacy Representation of learning Authentic Learning Critical Thinking Creative Thinking Problem Solving Project-based Learning Inquiry Learning Transferable Skills Engagement Simulations Animations Presentations Story Telling TED Talk
RESOURCES Lesson Plans Learn SCRATCH in 10 Minutes Lesson Plans Learn SCRATCH in 10 Minutes The Scratch Wiki The Scripts Workshop
LETS GET STARTED! Learn the Interface Mini Project 1 – Spin the Cat
VIDEOS ABOUT CODING Code Studio: Kid tested, teacher approved What Most Schools Don't Teach APP Inventor – Resource Site–
GOING DEEPER Mini Project 2 – more complex Math Examples – Handout Math Project Examples –
FREEDOM TO CREATE Mini Project 3 – choice