Lesson 3.4.8

Game Design Process: programming

teaching point: I can program my game character(s) to move around by using algorithms.

Essential Question: As a computer scientist, how do I create a game?

Unit Outcome: I can use the game design process to develop a prototype.

1. Vocabulary Words to Know

Algorithm: sequence of steps to complete a task or to solve a problem

Program: specific of instructions for the computer to follow

Scratch: programming platform where we will design and program our game

Game Design Process: a series of steps to help design, develop and launch a game

2. MINI lESSON

3.4.8 Program Movement.mp4

Essential Question: As a computer scientist, how do I create a game?

Unit Outcome: I can use the game design process to develop a prototype.

3. Your turn

Now it's your turn to program the character(s) to move around your game.