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Looking for ideas for my course - Learning Code through Making Games
Any computer sciences teacher would relate to this - It's hard for kids to get interested in code. And that's why, I am working on developing a course that will guide kids to make simple fun games for themselves.
First of all, how do like the concept of the course? And, I need some ideas that can get kids interested in this. Like what kind of games I should go for? I am thinking of basic idle games like click test but with some cartoon characters or something. Another idea is to make side-scrolling games like a very simplified Mario. Share some more ideas in the comments.
Note: This course will use HTML5, JS, CSS as the technology. So, keep the suggestions likewise
Hi Nick, It's a great idea. Sounds like an exciting project!
I like the before/after - what code can do examples. Similar to these (just 2 of many examples of coding) https://www.w3schools.com/cssref/tryit.asp?filename=trycss_sel_before_style , and https://www.w3schools.com/cssref/tryit.asp?filename=trycss3_animation-direction2 - but tailored for children, for example using images where the color, or text/speech on cartoon characters, movements etc. can be changed by the child's input. It could be an engaging and fun game and pique their interest and curiosity when they see what they can create themselves from inputting a few lines of code.
Clicker Counter calculates the concept of recording clicks for a specified collection timer and calculating clickthrough rates. The timer runs for the selected period when you test at the click counter. For example, they are 1 second, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 1 minute, etc. Competes. As soon as the timer starts, you need to click continuously and efficiently.
Click Counter is a free online video game that counts many clicks per second. The click speed test involves measuring your click speed with your mouse during the time offered, which will give you results in a "click counter."
One thing which might be useful is to let they play with examples that illustrate abstract things.
Maybe letting them play with some options. Create animated versions where they can see how messing with a thing can produce different results. For instance let they try out different values. Drag and drop syntax, let them try to create fatal errors etc.For those who are unfamiliar, OP Auto Clicker is software that enables you to automate a variety of keyboard and mouse clicks on your computer. The click rate, position, and every other relevant feature can be changed to suit your needs. It is essential for minimising effort and saving time while performing repeated operations by hand.
From a didactic point of view, maybe check out apples swift training for inspiration?
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I absolutely love the concept of your course! Making simple fun games can be a fantastic way to engage kids and spark their interest in coding. To further enhance the engagement level, you could consider incorporating mini-games that utilize the mouse clicking speed as a gameplay mechanic. For example, you can create a mini-game where players have to click on moving targets within a given time limit, and their performance is measured by the ClickTester website to determine their 2 Second CPS Test.
The idea of a course that teaches children to create simple and fun games is great! Making coding engaging through game development is a great way to capture student interest and make learning more fun. Currently, fnaf security breach is a game that challenges children's patience, you can try to refer to and apply it.
