Montville Recreation

The Montville Recreation Department will be sponsoring COMPUTER SCIENCE GAME DESIGNER CLASSES for Grades 3rd to 8th depending on program. Beginner Levels.

Program Choices & Requirements:

BECOME A GAME DESIGNER with Scratch MIT—Level 1 ( Gr. 3-6)—Learn how to code and create simple games using Scratch MIT, a block-based coding developed by MIT. Each session our instructor will guide the participants to build a new and different game or program. Students will learn about various game mechanics; create games in Scratch MIT and develop computational thinking.

VIRTUAL CLASS REQUIREMENTS: To take part in the program virtually, you must have access to a laptop or Chromebook with a webcam as well as an Internet connection with access to Zoom and Scratch MIT. Headphones and microphone recommended.

MINECRAFT GAME DESIGNER: Build Your World (Gr 4-8) - With Minecraft sandbox construction game imagination is the only limit. So, if your child's dream is a career in game development, this class is a great time to get that started! In this program, students will learn the fundamentals of Minecraft gameplay (creative and survival mode) and design. The young builders will learn many skills such as how to build shelter, find resources such as iron and diamonds, create tools, learn to farm, hunt monsters, and obtain armor. Throughout the program, students will have many opportunities to socialize and work together in teams to put in practice the skills learned. Gain inspiration from your favorite games and design a world of your own to challenge family and friends!

VIRTUAL CLASS REQUIREMENTS: To take part in the program, you must have a PC or Mac (not Chromebooks) with Webcam. Internet connection with access to Zoom. PC Java edition. IF YOU DO NOT ALREADY HAVE IT you will need to download Minecraft mc version at: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download/ (Cost: $26.95 ON YOUR OWN)

ROBLOX GAME DESIGNER: Build Your Own Obby (Gr. 4-8)—In this program, students will learn the fundamentals of game design as well as master the technical skills of the numerous Roblox Studio's tools to design their own obstacle course. Gain inspiration from your favorite games and design an Obby of your own to challenge family and friends!

VIRTUAL CLASS REQUIREMENTS: To take part in the program, you must have a PC or Mac (not Chromebooks) with Webcam. Internet connection with access to Zoom. Roblox and Roblox Studio must be installed.

Programs take place VIRTUALLY. A class link will be sent to registrants prior to program start with specifics.

Instruction is provided by Built By Me Instructors—For more information visit: www.builltbyme.com

The cost is $135.00 per person per 6 (six) week session.

For questions and registration contact the Recreation Department at: 973-331–3305 OR visit our website at: www.montvillenj.org