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Visual Programming with Blockly


 Uses Blockly for visual programming that reinforces logical sequencing skills.

 Description : Utilizing Blockly for visual programming, this course reinforces logical sequencing and problem‑solving through intuitive, drag‑and‑drop coding activities.

Category : Coding & Engineering
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal

 Curriculum :
          Module 1: Introduction to the Blockly Environment

Section 1: Understanding the Blockly Interface  
- Lesson 1: What is Blockly?  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Blockly?  
- Lesson 2: Exploring the Workspace  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring the Workspace  

Section 2: Basic Blockly Blocks  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Movement Blocks  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Movement Blocks  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Loop Blocks  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Introduction to Loop Blocks  

Section 3: Simple Sequencing  
- Lesson 1: Sequencing Commands  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sequencing Commands  
- Lesson 2: Running a Sequence  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Running a Sequence  

Section 4: Troubleshooting Your Code  
- Lesson 1: Debugging Basics  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Debugging Basics  
- Lesson 2: Fixing Common Errors  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Fixing Common Errors  

Section 5: Hands-On Practice with Simple Tasks  
- Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Maze Game  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Maze Game  
- Lesson 2: Sharing Your First Program  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing Your First Program  


Module 2: Building Blocks of Code

Section 1: Introduction to Variables and Data  
- Lesson 1: What Are Variables?  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Are Variables?  
- Lesson 2: Creating and Using Variables  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating and Using Variables  

Section 2: Understanding Events in Blockly  
- Lesson 1: Event Basics  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Event Basics  
- Lesson 2: Using Event Blocks  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Event Blocks  

Section 3: Conditional Logic Made Easy  
- Lesson 1: If-Else Statements  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: If-Else Statements  
- Lesson 2: Making Decisions in Code  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Making Decisions in Code  

Section 4: Introduction to Loops  
- Lesson 1: For Loops Basics  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: For Loops Basics  
- Lesson 2: Repeat Loops for Patterns  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Repeat Loops for Patterns  

Section 5: Combining Blocks for Fun Projects  
- Lesson 1: Planning a Blockly Project  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Planning a Blockly Project  
- Lesson 2: Building Your First Mini-Game  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Building Your First Mini-Game  


Module 3: Exploring Functions and Procedures

Section 1: Introduction to Functions  
- Lesson 1: What Is a Function?  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is a Function?  
- Lesson 2: Creating Simple Functions  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating Simple Functions  

Section 2: Understanding Procedures  
- Lesson 1: Procedures with Parameters  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Procedures with Parameters  
- Lesson 2: Reusing Code Blocks  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Reusing Code Blocks  

Section 3: Organizing Code with Functions  
- Lesson 1: Naming and Calling Functions  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Naming and Calling Functions  
- Lesson 2: Debugging Functions  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Debugging Functions  

Section 4: Interactive Projects using Functions  
- Lesson 1: Designing a Function-Based Program  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Designing a Function-Based Program  
- Lesson 2: Testing Your Function Program  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Testing Your Function Program  

Section 5: Real World Applications of Functions  
- Lesson 1: How Functions Solve Problems  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: How Functions Solve Problems  
- Lesson 2: Showcasing a Function Project  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Showcasing a Function Project  


Module 4: Problem-Solving with Blockly

Section 1: Approaching Coding Challenges  
- Lesson 1: Breaking Down Problems  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Breaking Down Problems  
- Lesson 2: Planning Your Code  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Planning Your Code  

Section 2: Debugging Strategies  
- Lesson 1: Finding Errors in Your Code  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Finding Errors in Your Code  
- Lesson 2: Systematic Troubleshooting  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Systematic Troubleshooting  

Section 3: Combining Loops and Conditionals  
- Lesson 1: Integrating Loops with Decisions  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Integrating Loops with Decisions  
- Lesson 2: Step-by-Step Problem Solving  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Step-by-Step Problem Solving  

Section 4: Collaborative Coding Projects  
- Lesson 1: Working as a Team  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Working as a Team  
- Lesson 2: Peer Code Review and Feedback  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Peer Code Review and Feedback  

Section 5: Fun Puzzles and Challenges  
- Lesson 1: Blockly Puzzle Games  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Blockly Puzzle Games  
- Lesson 2: Creative Problem Challenges  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Creative Problem Challenges  


Module 5: Final Projects and Review

Section 1: Recap of Blockly Basics  
- Lesson 1: Reviewing the Interface  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Reviewing the Interface  
- Lesson 2: Revisiting Basic Blocks  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Revisiting Basic Blocks  

Section 2: Code Optimization  
- Lesson 1: Simplifying Your Code  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Simplifying Your Code  
- Lesson 2: Improving Code Readability  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Improving Code Readability  

Section 3: Project Planning  
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming Your Final Project  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Brainstorming Your Final Project  
- Lesson 2: Outlining Your Program  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Outlining Your Program  

Section 4: Building Final Projects  
- Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Project Construction  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Project Construction  
- Lesson 2: Hands-On Coding Session  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Hands-On Coding Session  

Section 5: Presenting Your Project  
- Lesson 1: Preparing a Presentation  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Preparing a Presentation  
- Lesson 2: Displaying Your Project Success  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Displaying Your Project Success