1. Creative Technology Laboratory
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2. The Problem #1 Many parents don’t like you to play computer games.
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The Problem #1
Many parents don’t like you to play computer games.
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3. Scratch Games 101
The Misson
Convince your parents you will learn valuable skills playing and programming computer games.
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4. Scratch Games 101
The Problem #2
Tests are UGLY!
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5. The Misson Make tests fun. Turn them into computer games.
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The Misson
Make tests fun.
Turn them into computer games.
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6. Super Powers you will acquire:
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Super Powers you will acquire:
PowerPoint Guru
Problem Solver
Hot Shot Programmer
Master of Presentations
Graphic Designer
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7. Assignments: Create a lab book. Document building tricks.
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Assignments:
Create a lab book.
Document building tricks.
Write game storyline.
Draw game graphics.
Make game sound effects.
Program game.
Present project.
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8. Hall of Fame: Click here for Hall of Fame games Scratch Games 101
Callum, 11 & Ben, 11
Chenery School
Belmont, MA
Matthew,
Ryan & Ellis
Concord Academy
Summer Camp
Concord, MA
Mark,
Noah, Andrew
Concord Academy
Summer Camp
Concord, MA
Edward & Kelly
Concord Academy
Summer Camp
Concord, MA
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9. 4 Components of a Good Game
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4 Components of a Good Game
Game
Storylines
Graphics
Sound
Effects
Game
Logic
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10. Research List games that have: compelling storylines way-cool graphics
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Research
List games that have:
compelling storylines
way-cool graphics
epic sound effects
smooth game logic
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11. Scratch Games 101
Research
Play the Game!
Get comfortable with how our rocket module works. Understanding the game will help you write cool stories and make amazing graphics!
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12. Scratch Games 101
Write a Story!
Knowing the elements of your story will guide you through the creation of your graphics.
Make a new slide and list:
Who?
What?
When?
Where?
Why?
*Make your story the game template!
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13. Draw game graphics! Exaggerate, Think 3D, Use hot colors,
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Draw game graphics!
Exaggerate,
Think 3D,
Use hot colors,
Make unusual shapes.
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14. Record sound effects. Make your game rock. Scratch Games 101
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15. Program the game. Learn 5 program primitives. Serial vs. Parallel
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Program the game.
Learn 5 program primitives.
Serial vs. Parallel
Iteration
Conditional statements
Variables
Messaging
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16. List Pros and Cons of Computer Games
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List Pros and Cons of Computer Games
Document ideas in your lab book.
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17. Why Are Computer Games Important?
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Why Are Computer Games Important?
Harvard Business School Press, ‘Got Game’
1. Gamers are better at handling risk and uncertainty, and believe taking measured risks is the best way to get ahead.
2. Gamers are more creative and have better problem solving habits.
3. Gamers are more sociable and have a greater need for human relationships.
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18. Why Are Computer Games Important?
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Why Are Computer Games Important?
Harvard Business School Press, ‘Got Game’
4. Gamers think of themselves as experts and want to tackle problems head-on.
5. Gamers aren’t discouraged by failure and believe each setback is just a chance to try again.
6. Gamers are more flexible about change.
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19. Why Are Computer Games Important?
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Why Are Computer Games Important?
Harvard Business School Press, ‘Got Game’
7. Gamers are better at seeing problems from a deeper perspective.
8. Gamers are great at learning in informal ways.
9. Gamers are more globally oriented and out-ward looking.
10. Gamers are more confident and have a more positive out look on life.
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20. Why Can Computer Games Be Bad?
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Why Can Computer Games Be Bad?
1. You can be influenced by too much violence.
2. Single player games can be non-social.
3. Addiction to anything can be dangerous.
4. There can be online predators.
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21. Types of Computer Games
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Types of Computer Games
Shoot – Half-Life, Astroids
Role playing – World of Warcraft, Pokemon
Strategy – Starcraft
Race – Viper Racing
Sport – Fantasy Football, FIFA World Cup
Simulation – Sim City, Tycoon
Chance – Black Jack
Adventure – Mario Brothers
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22. Rocket Works Graphics In your Power Point lab book: Draw a Rocket.
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Rocket Works Graphics
In your Power Point lab book:
Draw a Rocket.
Draw a character.
Draw a background.
Draw a background that you see when battling the boss.
Draw animated frames for your character & rocket.
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23. Extra Projects Make a game trailer Record your presentation
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Extra Projects
Make a game trailer
Record your presentation
Add more boss levels/mini games
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