Using a Visual Programming Language Scratch to Engage Children in Solving Real-World Challenges

• In Event: D&D- Designing Immersive Learning Environments

Short Description

Coding is a powerful tool to express ideas and be a change-maker in a local community. This session will present the design and development of a project-based curriculum through two case studies. Using block-based programming language Scratch, grade 3-9 students created the art installation and made animations for a music video clip against bullying in schools. This presentation will encourage educators to apply five design principles to create a meaningful and engaging learning environment for teaching programming.

Author

• Presenter: Linda Sinka, Old Dominion University