University of Massachusetts

Roblox Designer: Build, Test, and Launch Your Game + Sports Adventures for Grades 4-5

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Jump into the exciting realm of game development with Roblox Designer: Build, Test, and Launch Your Game!

This immersive course is tailored for aspiring game creators, guiding them through the intricacies of Roblox Studio for game creation. Students will learn vital skills in digital game development, including navigating 3D environments, understanding game design, and mastering game development techniques. This journey into digital creativity and game mechanics will enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities as they design, test, and refine their Roblox games, integrating mathematical concepts and logical reasoning. In addition to these digital skills, the course includes Sports Adventures, where students engage in various physical activities. This aspect of the program focuses on developing physical coordination, fitness, and essential social skills like teamwork and communication. Roblox Designer offers a comprehensive learning experience, combining technological creativity and skill-building with physical education and cooperative play, creating a summer full of innovation, learning, and fun.

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Camp Hours: 9AM-3PM
After Camp, M-TH: 3PM -6PM*
Friday Family Showcase: 2PM-3PM

*Location Dependent. This option will appear after selecting a camp week if this location has it available.

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About Roblox Designer: Build, Test, and Launch Your Game + Sports Adventures for Grades 4-5
This course is part of a weeklong summer camp running Monday through Friday. Your child will learn in a small group setting on an inspiring university campus from an experienced instructor. An exciting daily schedule balances learning and exploration of this topic with a variety of outdoor and recreational activities within the larger camp setting. Lunch and aftercare options are available based on location.
Topics Covered
• Introduction to Roblox Studio.
• Game design fundamentals and building an adventure map.
• Designing, building, and publishing an obby.
• Game testing, debugging, and feedback with classmates.

Learning Outcomes

Digital Game Development Skills
Students will learn to use Roblox Studio for game creation, covering 3D environment navigation, game design, and development, fostering skills in digital creativity and game mechanics.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving in Game Design
The course enhances critical thinking and problem-solving abilities as students design, test, and refine their Roblox games, providing mathematical practice and fostering logical reasoning.
Physical Development and Team Collaboration
Students will participate in various sports to develop physical coordination, fitness, and social skills like teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. This holistic approach supports physical education and social-emotional learning, balancing technological skills with physical and cooperative play.

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what a week in this course could look like. Keep in mind, our experienced instructors will build the camp that is right for your student, and this outline demonstrates some of the key materials and the overall camp experience.

Monday: Getting Started with Roblox Studio

Students dive into the fundamentals of Roblox Studio, exploring its interface and capabilities. This session is designed to familiarize students with the toolset and environment where they'll bring their game ideas to life.

Tuesday: Launching Your Obstacle Course

Focusing on the process of creating and publishing an obstacle course (Obby) game in Roblox, this day is dedicated to guiding students through the development and publishing stages, ensuring they grasp each step.

Wednesday: Crafting an Adventure Map

Students begin the creation of an adventure map, exploring the intricacies of building engaging and interactive game environments.

Thursday: Completing Your Adventure Map

Continuing the adventure map project, students focus on completion and adding final touches, emphasizing refinement and creativity.

Friday: Game Testing and Playtime

Conclude the week with playtesting each other's games, offering feedback and experiencing the games from a player's perspective before sharing them in the showcase.

Course Format

This course is part of a weeklong summer camp running Monday through Friday. Your child will learn in a small group setting on an inspiring university campus from an experienced instructor. An exciting daily schedule balances learning and exploration of this topic with a variety of outdoor and recreational activities within the larger camp setting. Lunch and aftercare options are available based on location.

Our Instructors Are Our Top Asset

At BAM!, our vision for innovative K-8 education extends beyond just curriculum; it encompasses the educators who bring that curriculum to life. Selecting & training our educators is a continuous and meticulous process, ensuring they are not just equipped with subject matter expertise but also the skills to inspire and connect with students on a personal level.

100% adult educators recruited from prestigious universities ( No CITs at BAM!)
Highly refined interview and background check process
Extensive training that goes well beyond curriculum & classroom management
Ongoing year-round opportunities to teach in our summer camp. After-school, and structured recess programs.

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