The resource I have prepared is very code-focussed being hour of code<\/em> and enables students to create their own basic quiz game. The tutorial can be found here<\/a> and an example of the start of the game can be downloaded from here<\/a>.\u00a0I\u2019m aiming to do this with year 7 and some year 8 and 9 groups. I’ve also added a homework activity<\/a> for students to complete with their parents.<\/p>\n If you need further guidance with using Kodu check out my range of tutorial videos on YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n With some of the more advanced groups in years 8 and 9 we’re going to try TouchDevelop<\/a>. The TouchDevelop idea came from Simon Johnson<\/a>\u2019s showcase on his TouchDevelop Challenge site<\/a>\u00a0and I think the girls I teach will love the fact that they can combine coding with creating digital artwork.<\/p>\n I hope you enjoy the resources and are keen to make the Hour of Code a huge success in as many schools as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"![\"Kodu\"](\"http:\/\/www.interactiveclassroom.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/kodu-208x300.png\")
<\/a>Firstly, I have prepared some resources around using Kodu. These essentially assume some prior knowledge and are aimed at secondary school students. If you are new to Kodu take a look at the getting started guide here<\/a>.<\/p>\n