In this lesson, youth are introduced to how empathy is used in design thinking through a self-guided video and by asking questions to understand the “day in a life” of...

In this lesson, youth will brainstorm ideas (Ideate) and create a model (Prototype) as part of the design thinking process. The Design Like a Sailor handout and self-guided interactive of...

In this lesson, youth are introduced to MakeCode and learn to use block code to program a Micro:bit while thinking critically about what it’s doing. The Micro:bit Light Meter handout...

 In this lesson, youth learn how to 1) use MakeCode Arcade to create a side-scrolling video game and 2) adapt images and backgrounds in the video game. This lesson will...

In this lesson, youth learn how to add depth to their game using Multiple levels and Smarter Enemies. The AI Enemies in MakeCode Arcade handout and self-guided video of the...

In this lesson, youth define the “Who, What and How” of the project they want to work on. They will choose between one of 3 possible projects (1A, 1B or...

In this lesson, youth apply what they learned about empathy in asking their customer questions and defining their customer’s problem. The Project Empathize handouts and self-guided video of the lesson...

In this lesson, youth first brainstorm ideas (ideate) and then create a model (prototype) of their project. The Project Ideate & Prototype handouts and self-guided video of the lesson are...

In this lesson, youth apply the final step to the design process by testing out their prototype and sharing it with their peers for feedback. The Test & Submit handouts...