Code, Craft, and Storytelling - A creative adventure in programming & telling your story (Grades 6th - 8th) Mar 9 - April 1

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Event Details
  • Dates/Times:
    • Tuesday March 9, 2021
      4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
    • Thursday March 11, 2021
      4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
    • Tuesday March 16, 2021
      4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
    • Thursday March 18, 2021
      4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Location: Live sessions will meet via Zoom
  • Phone:
  • URL:
  • Email:
  • Fee(s):
    $200
  • Extras:
    Freebies
Contact

summerpeaks@gatech.edu

Summaries

Summary Sentence: Learn to code using block code programming, Micro:bit, crafts, and storytelling.

Full Summary: The Georgia Tech Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC) presents a brand new 4-week virtual after-school program. Students in grades 6th - 8th will explore the exciting and creative world of storytelling using an in-depth computer coding approach.

The Georgia Tech Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC) presents a brand new 4-week virtual after-school program. Students in grades 6th - 8th will explore the exciting and creative world of storytelling using an in-depth computer coding approach.

Through 8 live sessions, students will access online content and self-paced units. Each participant will use the provided materials* to extend their coding knowledge and create a unique story-based project.

Whether your student is brand-new to coding or looking to grow their knowledge, this program will be fun and educational.

*All materials required for participation in this program are included in your registration fee and will be sent to the address you provide.

Specific dates: Feb. 2nd, Feb. 4th, Feb. 9th, Feb. 11th, Feb. 16th, Feb.18th, Feb. 23rd, and Feb. 25th

Included Materials/Supplies:   

  • Micro:bit
  • Alligator clips
  • Speaker
  • Earbuds
  • LEDs
  • Poster board & construction paper
  • Markers
  • Tape & glue sticks
  • Craft supplies
  • Notebook

Recommended Craft Tools/Materials: ·

  • Scissors
  • Additional AAA batteries (2 included)
  • Recycled materials (cardboard, bubble wrap, etc.)

 

Related Links

Additional Information

In Campus Calendar
Yes
Groups

CEISMC - Savannah Campus, Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics and Computing (CEISMC), K-12 Connection

Invited Audience
Public
Categories
Arts and Performance, Conference/Symposium, Other/Miscellaneous, Seminar/Lecture/Colloquium, Training/Workshop
Keywords
K12 STEM, CEISMC, CEISMC Savannah Campus, KIDS Club, coding, middle school
Status
  • Created By: Steven Taylor
  • Workflow Status: Archived
  • Created On: Jan 29, 2021 - 1:06pm
  • Last Updated: Apr 2, 2021 - 6:37pm