So recently I have been working on ways to incorporate the coding tool called Scratch into lesson planning. Scratch has plenty of games and creations made by hundreds of users all for free. Scratch provides students with an easy entrance into coding using a "Blueprint System" which is exactly what it sounds like, students can visually see the code as it happens.
For the recent lesson plan I have developed I incorporated a game with polynomials work as a form of review for the class. I want to strive away from only paper and pencil review when I can, and I feel this game on Scratch gives that opportunity for myself and for students. Students will be encouraged to play the game if they wish, and we'll be opening the chance for students to participate in a friendly competition with others with a low stakes prize. The goal of the lesson is for students to review so giving students different opportunities of review is an essential tool in my opinion.
I'm excited to see that Scratch can be used for older students too! You did a great job coming up with age appropriate lessons with this app. You're going to do amazing in your practicum!
ReplyDeleteI love how you incorporated Scratch with polynomial work to make it fun and excited. It definitely will be a fun learning experience for both the teacher and the students. Hopefully you get the chance to teach this fun lesson in your practicum!
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