Introduction
Welcome, young learners, to the exciting world of coding! In this WebQuest, you will embark on a virtual journey to discover the fundamentals of coding and explore how it shapes our digital world. Through engaging activities and interactive resources, you will develop essential computational thinking skills and gain hands-on experience with coding concepts. Are you ready to become a coding explorer? Let's get started!
Task
In this webquest you will be working by pair and do the following task:
Task 1: Introduction to Coding: Understand the basics of coding and its importance in our lives.
Task 2: Online Coding Games: Engage in interactive coding games to reinforce learning.
Task 3: Scratch Jr. Coding Project: Create a simple interactive story using Scratch Jr. and present it to the class.
Process
Activity 1:
- Visit the https://code.org/ website:
- Watch the "What is Coding?" video on the homepage to learn about the basics of coding and its significance in our everyday lives.
- Write a short paragraph explaining what coding is and why it is important in simple terms.
Activity 2:
- Visit the Code.org website's "Play" section: [https://code.org/play]
- Explore the various coding games available on the page.
- Choose two coding games that interest you and click on them to play.
- Spend some time playing each game, following the instructions provided.
- Take screenshots or record your gameplay to showcase your progress.
- Write a short description of each game, explaining the coding concepts it teaches and your experience playing it.
Activity 3:
- Access Scratch Jr. online: [https://www.scratchjr.org/]
- Watch the introductory video tutorial on how to use Scratch Jr.
- Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the tutorial to create your own interactive story.
- Use the coding blocks available in Scratch Jr. to add characters, movements, and dialogue to your story.
- Test and revise your project as needed until you are satisfied with the result.
- Share your finished project with the class.
Evaluation
Criteria Points
Understanding of coding concepts /10
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of the basics of coding.
- Explains the importance of coding in everyday life.
Completion of tasks /30
- Completes all tasks outlined in the WebQuest.
- Follows instructions accurately.
- Provides evidence of task completion (e.g., written reflections, visual documentation).
Scratch Jr. Coding Project /40
- Creates a simple interactive story using Scratch Jr.
- Includes characters, movements, and dialogue in the story.
- Demonstrates understanding and application of coding blocks.
Collaboration and Communication /10
- Works effectively as a pair throughout the webquest tasks.
- Demonstrates active participation, cooperation, and respectful communication.
- Shares ideas, listens to their partner, and contributes to the joint work.
Organization and Presentation /10
- Presents ideas in a well-organized and structured manner.
- Uses appropriate language, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Utilizes visual aids or storytelling elements effectively.
Total: /100
Conclusion
Congratulations, coding explorers! You have completed a series of engaging tasks that have introduced you to the world of coding. Throughout this WebQuest, you have learned the basics of coding, explored unplugged activities to develop problem-solving skills, engaged in online coding games to reinforce your learning, and created your own interactive story using Scratch Jr.
By participating in these activities, you have gained a solid foundation in computational thinking and coding concepts. You now understand that coding is about giving precise instructions to computers, solving problems logically, and unleashing your creativity. These skills are valuable not only in coding but also in various aspects of your life.
As you continue to explore the world of coding, remember to keep practicing, experimenting, and embracing new challenges. Coding is a constantly evolving field, and your curiosity and perseverance will guide you towards endless possibilities.
Thank you for joining us on this coding adventure! Keep exploring, keep coding, and keep creating amazing things!
Teacher Page
Kirk Hezir M. Cabunoc
Age: 27
Address: 48/1 Moo 7 Jeerachon Road, Bangman Mueang Singburi, 16000
e-mail: kirkhezir123@gmail.com
Educational Background:
Elementary: Don Carlos SDA Elementary School
Highschool: Naawan National High School
Tertiary: Mindanao State University at Naawan