1. Beginner 2. Explorer I 3. Explorer II 4. Builder I 5. Builder II 6. Extender 7. Designer I 8. Designer II 9. Leader

1. Beginner

10 classes for Scratch

Students gain fundamental computer literacy and gain a basic understanding of introductory programming concepts like loops, logic, variables and events. Students also complete a full project using our software platform, but without instructor support.

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Scratch Roblox JavaScript

L1.1. Basic Setup

2 classes

We'll assess your progress in this level during class

Login to the DA site
Navigate to the in-class dashboard on the DA site
Open a walkthrough from the in-class dashboard on the DA site
Access all levels of walkthrough hints on the DA site when prompted
Refresh web pages
Navigate to past projects on the DA site
Navigate to Scratch
Create a new project in Scratch
Load in starter kits in Scratch

L1.2. Scratch Basics

2 classes

We'll assess your progress in this level during class

Easily combine Scratch code blocks, including logic, loops and conditions
Create and destroy pre-created sprites and backdrops
Design custom sprites and backdrops using paint tools in Scratch
Save projects in Scratch
Upload projects to your online portfolio
(optional) Take screenshots of projects
(optional) Upload screenshots of projects

L1.3. Independent Walkthrough Navigation

4 classes

We'll assess your progress in this level during class

Complete an entire project using the online walkthrough without asking for instructor help

L1.4. Basic Scratch Knowledge

2 classes

When you're ready, please set up a time with your instructor to take an assessment for this level

Explain why each of these programming concepts is useful:

Loops
Conditional Logic
Variables
Events

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