By the end of this project, you will create a basic game using an introductory, web-based coding program called Scratch. Learning to code will allow you to build basic coding or computer science skills and a fundamental understanding in order to grow your programming abilities. Learners will engage in the design process in order to develop an understanding of how to develop algorithms that control programs, use event-driven programming, and debug a program.
Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch
Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch
Instructor: Stacey Shanklin-Langford
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2 hours
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Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Learn to use features in Scratch
Design a basic game using block based code
Learn how to create algorithms using block based code
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Taught in English
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Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Create a free account and navigate Scratch.
Navigate the code editor and beginning game design.
Begin to write the main algorithms for the game.
Add additional conditional statements for character control.
In this task we will add additional code to set the next level.
Recommended experience
This is a beginner level course. Participants do not need prior computer science knowledge to complete this course.
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This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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DK
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Reviewed on Jul 19, 2020
It was a good experience learning something new and of your interest. I would love to learn more from coursera different coursera.
MA
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Reviewed on Dec 19, 2020
This course is good, extremely good for beginners. Easily understandable. Since game development is a long journey for anyone, I think it is a good start.
MP
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Reviewed on Oct 10, 2022
I have learned skills of creating and developing basic games with arrangeing algorithms is sequence to work the program success.
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