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Classes in Room 404
Informational Literacy
Grade 6
This course will help students make smart decisions online. Topics of this class include: proper research skills, website evaluation, digital citizenship, copyright rules and cyber security. Students have the opportunity to participate in lessons and simulations developed by Common Sense Media, PBS’ Nova Labs, the FBI and Google CS First. Students will also spend time using and evaluating several dozen online tools, which can ultimately be used for projects in other classes, as well as for personal expression.
Digital Media
Grade 7
A newer WJJMS course, students in Digital Media will learn the proper techniques in producing professional graphic designs, audio recordings and film productions. Topics of study include design, composition, camera angles and movements, lighting, storyboarding, scripting, editing, proper microphone techniques and creating special effects. Students will have the opportunity to pursue their specific area of digital media interest.
Programming
Grade 8
Students in Programming will learn the science behind block and text-based coding. Beginning in the Scratch environment, students will learn how to build code to create animations and video games. These preliminary skills will be advanced by transitioning into developing basic apps for Android phones and tablets. Depending on individual interests, students can then chose to study CS topics such as Java Script, Python, HTML, creating augmented reality content or advanced Scratch programming. In addition to providing a personal learning environment, this course will strengthen problem solving and critical thinking skills, as well as foster creativity, collaboration and reflection.
Tech Workshop
Grades 6 & 7
Students in Tech Workshop have the opportunity to work on assignments from other classes, or have a free block of time to work on personal projects. Students have opted to create digital music, design video games, develop apps for fun or create digital artwork. There are also "robot days" during workshop, where students get to program Finch, Ollie and Sphero robots.
