This blog contains information for all of Mr. Kelley's Video Game Design and Programming classes. PLEASE make sure you are looking at the correct information for your specific class.
There is no PIN code for today, just Clock-In on Focus.
Topic
Game Analysis: Racing Games
Standards & Benchmarks
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
Why is the control scheme for racing games important to the game play?
What is more important in a racing game: fast graphics or high quality graphics?
What information is important to the player in a racing game?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will review the Triangle of Game Design.
Students will discuss some of the requirements for their Game Design Documents.
Students will discuss the requirements for their Game Design Documentation.
Work Period [~30-45 Minutes]
Complete the Game Design Triangle Document. You will need to create your document using Microsoft Word (OneView version is fine). This is an example of what your document should look like.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
What is the Triangle of Game Design?
What are the important features of game design to include in your documentation?
How does design documentation allow a team of game designers to focus their work?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will review the Triangle of Game Design.
Students will discuss some of the requirements for their Game Design Documents.
Students will discuss the requirements for their Game Design Documentation.
Work Period [~30-45 Minutes]
Complete the Game Design Triangle Document. You will need to create your document using Microsoft Word (OneView version is fine). This is an example of what your document should look like.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
What is the Triangle of Game Design?
What are the important features of game design to include in your documentation?
How does design documentation allow a team of game designers to focus their work?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will review the Triangle of Game Design.
Students will discuss some of the requirements for their Game Design Documents.
Students will discuss the requirements for their Game Design Documentation.
Work Period [~30-45 Minutes]
Complete the Game Design Triangle Document. You will need to create your document using Microsoft Word (OneView version is fine). This is an example of what your document should look like.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
What is the Triangle of Game Design?
What are the important features of game design to include in your documentation?
How does design documentation allow a team of game designers to focus their work?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will review the Triangle of Game Design.
Students will discuss some of the requirements for their Game Design Documents.
Students will discuss the requirements for their Game Design Documentation.
Work Period [~30-45 Minutes]
Complete the Game Design Triangle Document. You will need to create your document using Microsoft Word (OneView version is fine). This is an example of what your document should look like.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
What is the Triangle of Game Design?
What are the important features of game design to include in your documentation?
How does design documentation allow a team of game designers to focus their work?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will review the Triangle of Game Design.
Students will discuss some of the requirements for their Game Design Documents.
Students will discuss the requirements for their Game Design Documentation.
Work Period [~30-45 Minutes]
Complete the Game Design Triangle Document. You will need to create your document using Microsoft Word (OneView version is fine). This is an example of what your document should look like.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
27.0 Create a working game or simulation as part of a team.
28.0 Create a game design production plan that describes the game play, outcomes, controls, interface and artistic style of a video game. The student will be able to:
28.01 Use industry standard game design production documents to create a game design production plan.
Essential Questions
What is the Triangle of Game Design?
What are the important features of game design to include in your documentation?
How does design documentation allow a team of game designers to focus their work?
What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will discuss the characteristics of puzzle games. Students will then play one of the most popular puzzle games ever created: Tetris. After playing the game students will discuss it further and complete the Let's Play: Tetris [Post-Play Survey].
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will discuss the characteristics of puzzle games. Students will then play one of the most popular puzzle games ever created: Tetris. After playing the game students will discuss it further and complete the Let's Play: Tetris [Post-Play Survey].
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.
Instruction [~5-10 Minutes]
Students will discuss the characteristics of puzzle games. Students will then play one of the most popular puzzle games ever created: Tetris. After playing the game students will discuss it further and complete the Let's Play: Tetris [Post-Play Survey].
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Student Information (Name, ID #, Career Academy, Graduation Year)
Post-Secondary Goals (At least one.)
GPA for 4th Quarter of Last Year (9th grade students may not have a GPA listed if you did not take high school classes in middle school.)
To find your GPA:
Login to Focus.
Click "My Info" tab.
Click "Grad. Reqs." tab.
Look for Custom GPA
Other High School Goals (at least one.)
"Your Why?" Section (One paragraph.)
"Expected Challenges" Section (One paragraph.)
This assignment will no longer be accepted after 09/15/20 without parent / guardian contact via e-mail.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
The assignments listed here are assignments that are due later in the year.
Students are always free to work ahead and submit them.
For projects that require a file upload, you will need to change the Nine Weeks in the top right corner of Focus.
If you are working on a future assignment and get stuck, you must wait until I can help students with current projects first.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
The assignments listed here are assignments that are due later in the year.
Students are always free to work ahead and submit them.
For projects that require a file upload, you will need to change the Nine Weeks in the top right corner of Focus.
If you are working on a future assignment and get stuck, you must wait until I can help students with current projects first.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Games are one of the most popular leisure and recreational activities for people of all ages and cultures. In addition to traditional professional sports, playing games are also providing professional opportuntities to make a living. Games are available in a wide variety of types: board games, card games, and video games for example. There are games that require skill, luck, or trivia knowledge as well.
Student Product
For this assignment, students will develop and deliver a short PowerPoint presentation related to their favorite game. Students will present either face-to-face or through Teams. Student presentations should be approximately 60 seconds in length.
Content Rubric
Title slide contains: Student Name, Class Period, and Favorite Game [2 Points]
Second slide describes the basic premise / idea behind the game. [2 Points]
Third slide explains the type of the game (e.g. chance, skill, trivia, puzzle, etc.) AND the genre of the game (e.g. action, adventure, FPS, RPG, etc.) [2 Points]
Fourth slide explains and describes why this game is your favorite. [2 Points]
Presentation utilizes a DESIGN THEME to improve its visual appearance. [2 Points]
Presentation utilizes SLIDE TRANSITIONS for each slide. [2 Points]
Presentation includes at least one relevant picture or image on each slide. [5 Points]
Presentation includes at least one animation that DOES NOT DISTRACT from the visual appearance on each slide (e.g. do not make a picture fly around like a tornado for no reason). [5 Points]
Text is presented in BULLET / NUMBERED LIST form (don't write paragraphs of text). [5 Points]
Process Rubric
File name is lastname_firstname_favorite_game [5 Points]
File format is PowerPoint (.ppt) or OpenDocument Presentation (.odp) [5 Points]
Project is submitted to Focus by Wednesday, September 16, at 11:59PM [20 Points]
Presentation Information
Additional information about the actual presentation aspect of this project will be posted by the end of the week.
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Students need to create a GitHub account. Follow the instructions in the video below to do so. Once you have created your account AND verified your e-mail address, post your GitHub username in the Teams meeting chat.
Once you have received the invite, you can open the AJHS GitHub Team page to accept the invite.
Installing Python
The next thing students will need to do is install the Python software so you can start writing and executing code. Please follow along with the instructions in the video below. If you are using a Chromebook, you may need to search the Microsoft Store or your App Store for Python software. If it is not available, you MUST get access to a regular computer to install this sofware.
Installing Software for DCPS Computers
The following video is ONLY FOR STUDENTS USING A DCPS COMPUTER. If you are not using a DCPS computer, you will need to follow separate directions as posted in Teams.
Installing Software for Personal Computers
If you are USING YOUR OWN COMPUTER WITH WINDOWS or macOS you will need to use this video to install GitHub Desktop.
Students will need to complete and submit the first GitHub submit today.
Future Nine Weeks Assignments
The assignments listed here are assignments that are due later in the year.
Students are always free to work ahead and submit them.
For projects that require a file upload, you will need to change the Nine Weeks in the top right corner of Focus.
If you are working on a future assignment and get stuck, you must wait until I can help students with current projects first.
Break Down [~5 Minutes]
Before you leave please do the following::
BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
RESTART the computer.
TURN OFF the monitor.
COLLECT your materials.
WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
PUSH in your chair when you leave.
THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.
Homework
Finish any class work not completed during the period.
