Oct 17, 2022 2022-10-17
Mobile Learning
Game-Design Coding Tool
The idea behind Ready Maker is to get everyone into coding—young students and beginners alike—by using gaming as an entry point. Since playing games appeals to many students, building one is a fun way to learn coding without focusing on the nitty-gritty of the code itself.
At its core, Ready Maker is a collection of game parts that the user arranges to create an original game. As they build their games, students are able to make mazes, design animations, and more with these tools, extending as far as their imagination. How original the results are comes down to what the student wants. They can follow a step-by-step guide and have a working end result, or they can go off-menu and build more creatively. Because it has a level of depth, the platform can be used across years and as skills develop.
The Ready Maker app can be downloaded on Mac, PC, and iOS and Android devices. The Educators section of the company’s website allows teachers to access lesson plans, coding classes, STEM learning projects, and more. Cost: Free app
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