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STEM courses for grades 5 to 7 integrated with Reading, Writing & Research. Classes will start in the Spring of 2024.
This course introduces students to the exciting world of game-based storytelling, where narrative and interactivity collide. Through four engaging units, students will explore how video games tell stories, design immersive game worlds, and develop mechanics that enhance storytelling. By the end of the course, students will undertake a research-driven project, creating their own interactive story or simple game inspired by a literary work. Combining literary analysis, creative design, and technical skills, this course empowers students to bring stories to life in the digital realm.
Why not learn and have fun at the same time? Enhance your students' reading, listening, speaking, viewing, research, and writing skills. No more summer reading and writing slides!
Enhance your students' reading, listening, speaking, viewing, research, vocabulary and writing skills. Present your research in any medium you wish. No more summer reading and writing slides! Embedded lessons from our AOL Writing and TJ Student Portrait Writing classes. Enrichment, study skills, time management, and test prep in one! This workshop is designed for grades 6-8 students eager to explore the dynamic field of interactive media, web, and video game design, coupled with the art of STEM and persuasive writing. Participants will explore creating digital narratives and interactive experiences, learning how these mediums can convey powerful messages and stories. The workshop emphasizes the importance of persuasive writing techniques and research skills, vital for crafting compelling narratives within games and for academic endeavors such as scholarship and college essay writing. By merging interactive media or game design with writing, students will leave with unique skills, ready to influence the world of interactive media and beyond. These camps, with a focus on interactive media, offer students a fun and engaging way to spend their summer and provide a multidisciplinary approach to learning. By integrating multimedia, web, or video game design with academic skill-building, students gain practical experience that enhances their creativity, technical skills, and writing abilities, positioning them for success in their educational and future career paths.
Calling all young heroes! At the Super Science and Tech Inventors Camp, 1st & 2nd graders will unlock their superpowers through the power of reading, writing, and STEM challenges. Science genius campers may create superhero characters while exploring the science behind superpowers through exciting experiments, simulation, research, and projects. This camp blends creativity with critical thinking, encouraging campers to imagine the impossible and discover how to make it possible through teamwork and innovation. This is also where young minds may transform into inventors, using their reading, writing, and STEM skills to solve simple problems and create gadgets. First and second graders will embark on a mission to read about famous inventors and their creations, write stories of their inventions, and then bring their ideas to life with basic designing and engineering projects. This camp encourages curiosity, logical thinking, and creativity, providing a foundation for lifelong learning and innovation.
Looking to give your college application an extra edge? Our SAT Essay Prep Course is expertly designed to equip students with the critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills essential for success. While the SAT Essay is optional for many schools, submitting a strong essay score can set students apart in a highly competitive admissions landscape. Top-tier institutions, including those in the University of California system, still value the SAT Essay as part of their holistic review process. Even if it's not required, a high SAT Essay score shows dedication and initiative, proving that your student is willing to go above and beyond the basic requirements. This commitment to excellence can make a lasting impression on admissions committees at elite colleges and universities.
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