Organizer of Girls Learning Code Day 2018: Collaborative Game Production (For ages 8-13 + Parent/Guardian) - Victoria

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Saturday, May 12th, 2018
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Technology is a powerful tool that can be used to change the world!

In this collaborative experience, learners work together to build a video game that addresses a social or environmental issue and works towards change. Learners will explore the game industry by experiencing what it’s like to work on different project teams, within a variety roles. As a group, we will track through the game development process together - from pre-production to post.

After brainstorming a game idea and creating a collective Game Design Document (GDD), learners will work to complete assignments using a variety of tools, programs, and languages. Each learner will explore 2 of 3 game production elements, including game-building, audio, and/or artworks creation.

At the end of the experience, learners will share their individual projects to reveal a series of video game levels that they can share with family and friends. They’ll also leave with a better understanding of how their favourite games came to be, and how they can incorporate coding into their existing interests and skills.

Learning Outcomes

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  Use technology to create positive change

  
  


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  Better explain the game development process

  
  


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  Apply personal interests and skills within the game industry

  
  


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  Work with a team to find creative solutions to problems

  
  


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  Create a collaborative video game in Scratch

  
  


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  Use the tools, languages, and programs learned to KEEP CODING!

  
  

Who is this for?

This workshop is for girls ages 8-13. Our workshops are designed to give learning experiences that are fun, engaging, empowering and inspirational. Through hands-on, collaborative, project-based learning, kids end the workshop having built something. This workshop experience is designed to help kids see technology in a whole new light – as a medium for self-expression, and as a means for changing the world.

Prerequisites:

None! Our workshops are designed for absolute beginners!