Here is a link to the syllabus/guide in case you want it for yourself!
Due dates are coming up so get on it folks.
- Second due date 4/12/16 - Needs - backgrounds, character, movement and levels all working
- Project Due 4/15/16 - Needs - game completed and working with few bugs/glitches
Second Year Students
Your guide will follow the above guidelines but is slightly different because you are creating a game or something cool and challenging using a text code. The easiest are provided at code.org/learn . Look for the section titled - Partner tutorials that teach JavaScript
More challenging ones can be created at Khan Academy. Don't forget to log in and save your work!
Presentations
Presentations will start in two weeks. Tell the class how you got the idea for your game, explain your struggles & challenges, and any other details important to your game. Afterwards, student will play your game and give feedback.
Finishing the Project
Posting on the blog and writing your reflection will need to be completed by the end of April so don't leave it to the last minute
As always, talk to me if you have any questions or concerns.
Upcoming Projects
- Mouse Squad - Community Projects - What do you think about this as a name for the projects that you are currently working on? These projects all have different schedules that we will have re-verify in the next couple of weeks. Can't wait to get these out to the community!
- Passion Projects - We'll have a formal announcement on Friday and planning meeting will start the following week. We will need to meet and review your plans for this exciting project. What are you passionate about? What is a Passion/Genius Hour Project?(4 min video)
- 3D Art Exposition - Extra Credit - a sculpture, race car, or amazing tool. Design, test, manufacture, test, and finalize your creation and enter it into the Rio Art Show on May 3
- Final Presentation - Present your digital portfolio to the class and to the world! Review the challenges you faced this year in this class. Show what you were able to accomplish and how you might use some of these tools in your future.
