Unit 1: Introduction to Scratch

Overview:

In this unit, students will learn the basics of block based programming.  They will create an account and explore the Scratch website. Students will take two different approaches to creating a program, experimenting through open exploration and following step by step directions.Learning activities will provide students with a foundational understanding of how to use simple features within the Scratch environment. After designing their first project, they will learn how to share their projects to a studio and provide meaningful feedback to others. Finally, they will develop strategies for testing and debugging problems within a Scratch program.

Learning in Action: