Middle School Game Design 1A: Introduction

Course Overview:

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of game development with Middle School Game Design 1A: Introduction, an interactive online course tailored for students in grades 6–8. This course offers a hands-on approach to understanding the fundamentals of game design, blending creativity with technical skills to bring your game ideas to life.

Students will delve into the core elements of game design, including defining what constitutes a game, exploring the significance of games in society, and analyzing various design components. The course emphasizes the importance of storytelling within games, guiding students to understand narrative structures and their impact on gameplay. Utilizing Scratch, a visual programming language, students will begin crafting their own games, applying learned concepts to create engaging and functional game prototypes.

By the end of this course, students will have a solid foundation in game design principles and practical experience in developing simple games, setting the stage for more advanced game development projects.