Students gain practical experience in 3D video game development using the Alice programming environment, fostering creativity and foundational computer science skills.
This hands-on computer camp introduces students to the fundamentals of computer programming through the creation of 3D video games using Alice. Alice is a free 3D programming environment developed at Carnegie Mellon that allows users to create animations and interactive games by dragging and dropping graphic blocks, similar to commands in professional object-oriented languages like C++, Java, or Python. Students will learn to define variables, use loops, create functions, and respond to input to build their games. The camp focuses on enhancing logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity.
Over five half-day sessions, participants will create and adapt several short games to become comfortable with the Alice interface and understand essential programming structures. They will then design and program their own unique 3D game with instructor and teaching assistant support. By the end of the week, students will have a completed game to share and the foundational skills to continue programming at home or school, preparing them for more advanced computer programming courses.
A typical day involves hands-on learning of computer programming fundamentals using Alice, creating and adapting 3D video games, and designing a unique game with instructor support.
This camp is ideal for middle school students (girls and boys entering grades 6-8) who are new to programming and interested in learning logical thinking, problem-solving, and creative expression through 3D video game creation.
Serra 134, USD Campus, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego CA 92110
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