Grace Hopper: Queen of Computer Code “If you’ve got a good idea, and you know it’s going to work, go ahead and do it.”GRACE HOPPER We recently learned about BadgerBOTS' Executive Director Lisa Bartig's talent for book reviews. Lisa loves...
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How are robotics teams utilizing Minecraft during the pandemic?
In today’s pandemic era, many robotics teams are left in limbo. After 8 months, we are still left with more questions than answers about COVID-19. Parents of children involved in extracurricular activities are not sure what is safe for their...
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Coding Artificial Intelligence Class
Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, from voice commands and facial recognition to recommendations for which video to watch or item to buy online. Learn to make a machine learning system which will recognize images, answer voice commands, and have a conversation with you.
Wednesdays Oct 6 – Nov 3
Mondays Nov 8 – Dec 13
Ages 9-14
Scratch Online Games Class
Begin learning to make your own online games in Scratch (Ms. Johanna’s favorite programming language!). A racing game, a maze of obstacles, a platform-jumper, and a RPG-style adventure are just a few of the games we will create in this class.
Mondays Oct 4 – Nov 1
Wednesdays Nov 10 – Dec 15
Ages 9-14
Handheld Arcade II Class
Build your game design skills in Handheld Arcade II. Add levels to your games, create more complex code using functions, and improve your game look with animations. Learn to launch projectiles and attack enemies, and how to plan out the steps to make a game of your own.
Thursdays Oct 7 – Nov 4
Tuesdays Nov 9 – Dec 14
Ages 9-14
Handheld Arcade I Class
Learn to code your own arcade-style games on the computer, and then bring them with you anywhere! In the Handheld Arcade Coding afterschool class, students will code and design games using a combination of JavaScript and block-based coding.
Mondays Oct 4-Nov 1
Thursdays Nov 11 – Dec 16
Ages 9-14
micro:bit Robotics Class
Remote controlled robot toys can be fun, but what if you could code your own instructions for a robot? Try the micro:bit Robotics class, and get started with Microsoft MakeCode and the Maqueen robot, a small but mighty robot.
Thursdays Oct 7-Nov 4
Tuesdays Nov 9-Dec14
Ages 9-14
Minecraft II Class
Excited for more Minecraft Modding? This class builds on what students learned in previous classes by creating more complex Minecraft games and developing code for more interesting game play.
Tuesdays Oct 5 – Nov 2
Thursdays Nov 11 – Dec 16
Ages 9-14
Minecraft I Class
Ever wanted to tweak your inventory, create games like you’ve played on servers, or customize your Minecraft experience? Learn to code modifications to Minecraft with an online modding program and Java coding elements.
Thursdays October 7-Nov 4
Wednesdays Nov 10-Dec15
Ages 9-14
What’s a micro:bit?
What’s a micro:bit? For summer and spring break camps, afterschool classes, and workshops, BadgerBOTS offers a few different programs which use a piece of technology called the micro:bit. But what is this – and why might your student be interested in these classes? The Hardware The micro:bit is a micro-controller development board – a device […]
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