Introducing AI with Scratch

Live: In-Person at ITU Lahore and Online

Rs 9,500/- PKR

Duration: 4 weeks
Starting: 02 June 2025
Mode: In-Person and Online
Age: 8 and Above
Online Classes: Tuesday & Friday
Timings: 09:30 - 10:30 am

About Course

This summer camp is designed to introduce students to the world of programming through two popular languages: Scratch and Python. Over the course of two months, students will learn the fundamentals of programming concepts such as loops, variables, conditionals, and functions while transitioning from Scratch to Python. By the end of the camp, students will have the skills to create animations, games, and solve basic programming problems.

Week 1: Scratch Fundamentals

Introduction to Scratch: Installation and interface overview
Sprite Movement, Coordinate Axis, and Angles
Advanced Scratch: Pen tool, Loops, and Variables
Assignment: Scratch Letter Animation, Flowers pattern animations

Week 2: Introduction to Python

Basics of Python: Print, Variables, and Data Types
Python Loops and Input: while, for loops, Taking user input
Assignment: Printing, Variables, Variable, Loops, Nested Loops

Week 3: Intermediate Python

Advanced Loops and Conditions: Nested loops, Ifelse statements
Building Applications with Functions: Age Calculator
Assignment: IfElse Statements, Functions, Conditionals, Age Calculator

Week 4: Scratch Game Development

Introduction to Scratch Games: Building a Maze Game
Maze Runner II: Continuation of Maze Game development
Assignment: Maze Game, Maze Runner II

Week 5: Advanced Python

Advanced Python Concepts: Ifelse, ifelif statements, Lists
Assignment: Lists

Week 6: Game Development in Scratch

Space Invader Project: Ship Movement, Bullet, Cloning
Collaborative Game Development: Let’s Help Each Other session
Assignment: Space Invader Project

Week 7: Advanced Scratch Game Development

Space Invader III: Continuation of Space Invader development
Final Scratch Project Evaluation

Week 8: Python Data Structures

Working with Strings and Arrays
Assignment: Strings and Arrays

Week 9: Conclusion

Wrapup and Final Session
Assignment: Course Reflection and Feedback
Certificate distribution and Celebration

This course provides a comprehensive journey from Scratch to Python, equipping students with essential programming skills and encouraging creativity through projectbased learning.

This summer camp is designed to introduce students to the world of programming through two popular languages: Scratch and Python. Over the course of four weeks, students will learn the fundamentals of programming concepts such as loops, variables, conditionals, and functions while transitioning from Scratch to Python. By the end of the camp, students will have the skills to create animations, games, and solve basic programming problems.

Day 1: Introduction to Scratch & AI Concepts

Understanding Scratch: Overview of the Scratch interface, sprites, and blocks.
Introduction to AI & Machine Learning: Simple explanation of AI with examples.
Project 1: Create Your Own Emoji – Drawing tools, expressions, and user interaction.

Day 2: Voice Assistants & Chatbots

Understanding AI-powered assistants like Alexa & Siri.
Project 2: Create Your Own Alexa – Text-to-speech and speech recognition.
Project 3: Create Your Own Chatbot – Responses using variables and conditionals.

Day 3: Image Processing & Sorting with AI

How AI categorizes images and recognizes content.
Project 4: Sorting the Pictures – Using AI-based extensions to classify images.
Project 5: Automatic Image Sorter System – Building an advanced classifier.

Day 4: Games with AI & Decision-Making

Understanding AI decision-making in interactive scenarios.
Project 6: Is the Glass Half Empty or Half Full? – Perception and choices.
Project 7: Detective for Investigating Genre – AI-powered genre prediction.

Day 5: Classic Game Development

Introduction to Scratch game mechanics.
Project 8: Pac-Man Game – Maze design and enemy AI.
Project 9: Bug Shooter Game – Target shooting with AI-driven patterns.

Day 6: AI-Driven Navigation & Smart Systems

Exploring AI in real-world navigation and logistics.
Project 10: School Journey – AI-based decision mapping.
Project 11: Easy Travel with Your Own Chatbot – Route planning assistant.

Day 7: Advanced AI & Game Mechanics

Diving into AI-driven automation and gameplay dynamics.
Project 12: Postal Sorting Office – AI-powered mail sorting system.
Project 13: Escape from Zombie – Survival game with AI-controlled enemies.

Day 8: Secret Codes, Spy Missions & Final Showcase

Project 14: Create Your Own Spy – Message decoding and concealment.
Project 15: Control an Alien by Your Secretive Language – AI-based text recognition.
Final Showcase – Students present their AI projects and reflect on what they've learned.

What Will You Learn?

Understand Scratch’s interface and use it to create interactive projects.
Integrate beginner-friendly AI tools within Scratch for hands-on learning.
Build fun projects like chatbots, voice assistants, and image classifiers.
Control sprite movement, animations, and respond to user interactions.
Learn core machine learning concepts like decision-making and classification.

Practice debugging and refining code for smoother project performance.
Enhance creativity by customizing visuals, sounds, and logic flows.
Apply logical thinking and problem-solving strategies in every project.
Work collaboratively and share feedback during development.
Present a final AI-powered project with a personal, creative twist.