Middle School Game Design 1a: Introduction
Pre-Requisites:
Credits: 0.5
Estimated Completion Time: 1 segment/16-18 weeks
Description
We all love to play video games – but have you ever wanted to build
your own? If you are interested in a career in technology but also want
a creative outlet, Game Design might be the field for you. Learn how to build a game from the ground up in Middle School Game Design 1, an interactive and hands-on course that will teach you all the ins and outs of making your own game. You will learn the importance of game structure
and discover what makes a game fun, challenging, and interesting to
players just like you. You will also have the opportunity to explore the design and creative process involved in game creation, learn block-based programs, and experiment with character and story development. As a bonus, you will leave the course with a digital portfolio of everything you
created in class.
Major Topics and Concepts
Unit 1: What’s in a Game?
Unit 2: Starting from Scratch
Unit 3: Let’s Get to Work!
Unit 4: Time to Plan
Grading Policy
