Blog post by: Julian Verboomen
Scratch is a computer programming language that is easy for beginners to use, and my Social Integration students and I have been tinkering with its various applications in class. In Scratch, programs are made by joining together coloured blocks using the mouse. These blocks are called "scripts" and they tell the objects on screen (called "sprites") what to do. All of this action takes place on the “stage." Students in the Endeavour Program are slowly being introduced to this free, safe, and fun program -- and they love experimenting with it! The possibilities are endless, and students will get the chance to make interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art. Below are but a few photos of our students in action, learning how to code. To determine whether you're ready to start coding with Scratch, take this quiz: Fill in the spaces to practice the key language of Scratch. 1. A _____________ is a set of instructions in Scratch. 2. Objects that perform actions in a project are called ______________. 3. In a Scratch program, the action takes place on the _____________. To try Scratch for yourself, please go to: https://scratch.mit.edu/ |
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