Module Title: Introduction to Scratch Programming
Duration: First Week ( 05/04/2025)
Target Audience: Beginners (Primary/Secondary School Students)
Steps to Download and Install Scratch
Option 1: Using Scratch Online (Installation Required)
1. Open a web browser (Chrome, Edge, or Firefox).
2. Go to Scratch's official website. [Link]
3. Click "Create" to start coding without installation.
4. (Optional) Click "Join Scratch" to create an account and save projects.
5. Exploring the Scratch workspace
Option 2: Getting Started with Scratch ( No Installation Required)
• Creating a Scratch account (if using online version)
• Exploring the Scratch workspace
Lesson 1: Basic Motion and Events
• Introduction to Scratch and its interface (Stage, Sprites, Blocks)
• Using motion blocks to move a sprite
• Understanding event blocks (e.g., "when green flag clicked")
• Simple hands-on activity: Move a sprite in different directions
Lesson 2: Looks and Sounds
• Changing sprite costumes
• Adding sounds and playing music
• Creating a simple animation
Lesson 3: Simple Interaction with Input
• Using "Say" blocks for text interactions
• Introducing "Ask and Answer" for basic user input
• Mini project: Interactive greeting program