GAME:IT

Grades 9-12 GAME:IT is an introductory game design and development course that engages students in project-based learning. Students will learn about major programming concepts, utilize the engineering design process, and take 5 games from concept to reality. Additionally, students will design their own game from scratch using STEM concepts.

• This 18-week course teaches students:
• How to build games
• The components of how gaming is used in the real world
• What goes into designing good games
• What separates good games from bad games
• The gaming and engineering design cycle
• Can be taught as a standalone elective, as part of a CTE program, as a supplement to math or physics classes, or as an afterschool or summer learning program
• Each unit includes a teacher’s guide, presentations, documents, worksheets, quizzes, answer keys, and step-by-step instructions
• Entirely web-based course allows you to project materials, print and hand them out, or email them to your students
• Meets all state and national CTE standards

Technical Requirements

• Course uses Construct 2 (download required)
• Construct 2 is only compatible with computers running Windows®
• Internet access is not required to build the games, but recommended
• Allow extra delivery time