After School Enrichment - Fall 2021
Fun with Academics is offering our Fun with Programming and Fun with Code and Art series of classes online with live instructors! We give students a fun experience and increase their exposure to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and STEAM (add Art), highlighting practical use of the scientific method and demonstrating how technology and the arts can intersect. Students will gain an appreciation for programming and see how easy it is to learn. In addition to using their artistic and creative skills, they will learn how to break down and analyze problems as they debug their code.
We have developed a toolset where the use of a coding collaboration platform allows us to work side-by-side with each student, just like we were sitting right there next to him/her, guiding in the right direction and checking over work. To ensure that each child gets individual attention, we will have a ratio of 1 staff to no more than 5 students. Our classes are great for beginners and continuing students, and no prerequisites are required. Students must have access to a computer at home with an internet connection.
Fun with Programming - Animation with JavaScript
Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will explore writing code to create dynamic, animated digital art and web pages with images, shapes, sounds, and text. Stories and adventures will come to life when pictures are animated and sound effects are added! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Programming - Games with JavaScript - Race Cars
Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will write code to create a carnival game, Race Cars, which will run in a web browser and utilize images, shapes, sound effects, and text. Learn code on how to control the game characters and race to the finish line! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Code and Art - Living Art with JavaScript
Have fun learning how to write computer programs to create art and music! We will write code to implement a dynamic art display that reacts to whatever sound is being played. Learn code on how to accept user input to create a visually stunning masterpiece! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Programming - Games with JavaScript - GoalieMania
Have fun learning how to write a game app, GoalieMania, to which you can challenge your friends! Learn code on how to control the game character and ball physics. Your abilities are put to the test when multiple balls are coming at you! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Code and Art - Rock Band with JavaScript
Have fun learning how to write computer programs to create music! We will write code to implement a band or orchestra composed of musical instruments. Learn code on how to play your violin, strum your guitar, or bang your drums! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Programming - Games with JavaScript - Whack-a-Mole
Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will write code to create a carnival game, Whack-a-Mole, which will run in a web browser and utilize images, shapes, sound effects, and text. Learn code on how to smash the moles into submission! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Code and Art - Sketch with JavaScript
Have fun learning how to write computer programs to create cool sketches! We will write code to implement a canvas to draw on, similar to an Etch-a-Sketch. Learn code to control your paint brush and change colors to create your masterpiece! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Programming - Games with JavaScript - Tricky Targets
Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will write code to create a fast-paced game of target practice. Race against the clock to hit the disappearing targets! The program will run in a web browser and utilize images, shapes, sound effects, and text. 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Code and Art - Pixel Art with JavaScript
Have fun learning how to write an app that you, your friends, and your family can use to create pixel art! We will write code to pick colors and draw pixels, using a mouse and keyboard. Recreate your favorite 8-bit characters or create an original! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
Fun with Programming - Games with JavaScript - Treasure Hunt
Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will create a Treasure Hunt game in a web browser using images, shapes, sound effects, and text, and make our game character move and jump in search of the treasure! 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.
Ages 8-13. Online access info will be emailed prior to the first day of class.
