Have fun learning how to write a game app, Dodgeball, that your friends can play to see who is the most nimble at avoiding the ball! Code how the ball flies and the controls for the elusive movements of the player. Put your reflexes to the test as balls are hurtling toward you at increasing speeds! Students will learn the fundamentals of computer programming using the very popular language, JavaScript, and will be able to immediately see the results of their code. The main goals of the class are to give students a fun experience, while increasing their exposure to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), the scientific method, planning, prioritization, time management, completing projects from start to finish, and organization. Students will gain an appreciation for programming and see how easy it is to learn. They will learn how to break down and analyze problems as they debug their code. Visit http://funwithacademics.com for more details.
