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Game Design and Coding for kids

4-Week Online – Introduction to Game Design and Coding

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This 4-week course introduces the language of coding, game design, and development and is delivered via online coaching.  By the end of the course, each team will have published three of their very own multiplayer games which are shared for friends and family to play.

An update on individual team member’s progression with suggestions to encourage further development is provided each week.

Who is this for?

Our Introduction to Game Design and Coding course is for kids 7 – 12 yrs who have no previous game development experience.  This course complements the Digital Technologies Curriculum through schools. Groups will be a maximum of six plus the Buzzy Coach.

When and where?

Kids join Buzzy Games from the comfort of their own home each week! Courses run for 4 consecutive weeks and each lesson lasts approximately 45- 60 minutes.

What do I need?

  1. A computer or tablet that is connected to the internet.
  2. A connected smartphone or tablet to act as the game controller.
  3. Headset or headphones with mic
  4. Stable internet connection

OK, how much is it?

$145 for 4 Game Jams with a Coach and access to the Buzzy Canvas for 8 weeks.

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4-week Course Outline

  • WEEK 1

    Meet Your Team. Design a Visual Quiz


    Meet your new team and p
    lay the games you’ll be designing over the four weeks. Design your first game, a visual quiz.

    60 min

  • WEEK 2

    Basic Level Design: Word Play


    This week we’ll need a pen and paper handy!  We’ll be exploring how to design a word game and the 
    team will test their ideas with each other and then create a playable game.

    45 min

    WEEK 2

  • WEEK 3

    Design & Code your own Arcade Game


    This week we’ll introduce more advanced coding and game design using our Buzzy Creator tool. By the end of week 3, the team will have created their very own arcade game complete with their
    music and graphics.

    45 min

  • WEEK 4

    Publishing and Review

     
    The Team will review their three games so far and discuss what could be improved on and make final adjustments.  They’ll then learn about the game publishing process.
    Parents will receive a link of their final published game to share with family and friends to play and provide feedback directly to the Game Designers.

    45 min

    WEEK 4

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