Resources Programming Tutorials Programming Tools AppLab (Javascript) GameLab (Javascript) WebLab (HTML/CSS) Graphic Design Pixabay (free photo source) Physical Computing Circuit Playground Arduino board (ask Mrs. Perrier) Lego NXT kit (ask Mrs. Perrier) NXT Programs (Lego NXT Robotics) Danny's LAB (Lego NXT Robotics) Animation & Video Stykz (it's on your computer) MovieMaker (it's on your computer) Clara.io (3d modeling and animation) iPad/greenscreen (ask Mrs. Perrier) GoPro (ask Mrs. Perrier) | Documentation Guidelines Project Process 1. Look for inspiration (20 minutes max) 2. Do some research, make a plan, submit a proposal (30 minutes max) 3. Work on your project (4 classes max) 4. Get feedback and refine your project (1 class max) 5. Submit your project/reflection (20 minutes max) ~repeat~ Can I... play games? No. listen to music? As long as it doesn't distract you. chat/email with friends? Only with specific permission from Mrs. Perrier. abandon my project? Sure, just come up with a new one. use resources that aren't on this page? Absolutely. work with a partner? Ask Mrs. Perrier. Requirements Projects must go beyond tutorials/hour of code Example: starting with a Lego NXT tutorial, then adapting both the code and the robot to make something unique. Projects must have a creative component You can use others' ideas and guidance, but the final project needs to be your own creative product. Projects must have a technical component Graphic design, coding, editing videos, or using advanced software count. Basic drag-and-drop stuff doesn't . Projects must take at least one full class period Be sure to research, plan, get feedback, refine, and reflect on your project. You must complete at least two projects Projects are worth 10 points times the number of classes you worked on them. a 2.5 day project=25 points. If you work with a partner, your project must be twice as good. Partners who aren't working well together will have to complete the project separately. Calendar Wednesday 9:55 am to 10:40 am. Dates: 4/4 4/11 4/18 4/25 5/2 5/9 5/16 |