LMS & UMS
Students learned about the various components that enable a computer to run. They then followed a series of steps to piece the Chromebook back together. The final test was to plug it in and see if it was able to run. Many students were successful in getting it to turn on!
Using Scratch, students followed a series of steps to code a simulation of the Solar Eclipse that took place on April 8, 2024. In Scratch students can create their own digital stories, games, and animations. Students used Scratch throughout the trimester for various coding projects.
During this trimester, students personalized games in HTML code. They then embedded their code in a google site to be able to access and play their games.
"This trimester in coding I learned how to use coding websites and do coding in general. I learned how coding is used in real world situations rather than just to code something like a computer game."
"This trimester in coding I learned about making codes, changing some codes in a game, putting together a computer and learning about python, javascript, and html codes. I really enjoyed changing codes on games and putting together a computer."
 "I learned about making code, editing code and taking apart a computer. My favorite thing is when we took apart a computer and learned about the parts."
"I learned about variables and three different coding languages: Python, Javascript, and html. I loved Scratch so much I made multiple games on it. I would LOVE to learn more about coding, especially game design. I want to design games for a living."
"I think that being able to code is a good life skill because you could end up designing an app or something like it that could help many generations."
Class Rubric
I am the STEAM teacher at AACA and have loved incorporating STEAM concepts into Arts Pathways! I have a bachelor's degree in Education from Ohio University with a focus on middle childhood education (grades 4-9) science and ELA. I have previously taught middle school science for 6 years. I love using technology to engage students to expand their knowledge, and grow as innovators!