
Unit 12: Coding with Scratch
When we build code it can be done:
Scratch is Block code. It is very easy to control and can do complex processes. In this Unit we will get familiar with Scratch and then,
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Online editor (recommended). Simply create and account and start "scratching" with any device. Offline editor. Download it to your computer. iPad/Apple users. There is an App called Pyonkee which very similar to Scratch. |
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Watch the Scratch introductory videos (top right) to get an overview of of how Scratch works |
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Play the games in the Additional Resources ( see left) |
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As a class discuss some learning topics that you could focus on to make a Scratch animated story or quiz. |
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As a class, share:
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- Sourcing sprites from the Internet. When searching for images add .png after the keyword. Eg. tree.png. Most ,png files have transparent backgrounds (look for a soft grey checkered pattern in preview). These types of images will look great on any backdrop.
- Backdrops. If you can't find a backdrop in the Scratch library you can use (.jpg/.jpeg) images sourced from the internet. The ideal size needs to be 480 x 360 pixels.
- Editing backdrops. Remember you can edit backdrops using Scratches inbuilt image editor
- Develop simple solutions as visual programs.
- Use block code in Scratch 2.0 to create a topical story or quiz.