Artificial intelligence. What is it?

Artificial intelligence, or “AI,” is the ability for a computer to think and learn. With AI, computers can perform tasks that are typically done by people, including processing language, problem-solving, and learning. Artificial intelligence is a tool, much like other types of new technologies.

Who this course is for:

This Artificial Intelligence and Game Creation Course for Kids in Quispamsis is for children who love computers, video games, coding, animation, and game creation and are interested in Game Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Coding, and modern technologies. This course does not require any level of computer knowledge and will be interesting to newcomers as to “experienced” kids.

How does it work:T sing free software created specifically for young people, this Artificial Intelligence and Game Creation Course for Kids teaches 8 – to 18-year-olds how to create their own games and animations, and interactive stories using coding. Following step-by-step explanations from instructors, kids will get a real introduction in one of the most prestigious and well-paid careers.

Artificial Intelligence and programming. What is it?
Artificial Intelligence programming uses machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks. They allow computer systems to process large amounts of data, analyze it, and make predictions or decisions based on that information.

A key aspect of Artificial Intelligence programming is creating models and algorithms that can learn from data and gradually improve their skills and abilities. This is how AI adapts to new situations and finds optimal solutions.

To get closer to understanding algorithms for working with Artificial Intelligence, you need to understand what coding is, understand the basic principles and algorithms of coding and learn how to work with computer code.

Coding? What is it?

Coding, widely known as programming, involves writing commands that allow systems to perform meaningful tasks.
In the simplest form coding or programming, are directions for how to do something.
If you want to tell someone how to get from point A to point B, you must give her a clear set of instructions. If your directions are not clear and precise, she’ll end up in the bushes.

At Teens Computer School kids who are interested in computers, video games, and coding can learn coding basics—and have fun while doing it!

Our coding classes focus on the introduction to the languages using free software created specifically for young people. Coding and programming for your kids will be easy after this course.

Start time:

Each class consists of two 45-minute lessons. (5-minute break)

Tuition fee:
$49.00 +HST per one week.

1:5 ratio

1:5 ratio Teacher to Student ratio, or better. All instructors are police-checked, first-aid trained, triple-reference checked, and highly trained.

Certificate of Course Completion

Upon completion of an Artificial Intelligence and Game Creation Course Level 1 for kids 7 – 12 years old in Saint John, a Certificate will be issued. A course completion certificate says you have attended all the classes required, passed all the tests required, and handed in all the work required.

We provide Certificates of completion for students that complete our 40 and 60 lessons courses. We also shortlist a selection of our best students for our yearly student show.

Module 1. All About Computers I

Introduction to digital literacy.

Module 2. 

Programming and Game creation in ScratchJr

ScratchJr is a fantastic resource for young coders. It was built for pre-readers, so it is simple to learn and use. Any child younger than third grade should at least spend some time with the app before moving on to Scratch as it provides an excellent introduction. The app is offered on iOS (iPad only), Android, and Chromebooks. Here is a little background on the software from their website:

ScratchJr is an introductory programming language that enables young children (ages 5-7) to create their own interactive stories and games. Children snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance, and sing. Children can modify characters in the paint editor, add their own voices and sounds, even insert photos of themselves — then use the programming blocks to make their characters come to life.

ScratchJr was inspired by the popular Scratch programming language, used by millions of young people (ages 8 and up) around the world. In creating ScratchJr, we redesigned the interface and programming language to make them developmentally appropriate for younger children, carefully designing features to match young children’s cognitive, personal, social, and emotional development.

Starting with the basics of using Scratch, the course will stretch your mind and challenge you. You will learn how to create amazing games, animated images, and songs in just minutes with a simple “drag and drop” interface.

What you’ll learn

• How to create amazing games, animated images, and songs in the Scratch Programming language, one of the friendliest programming languages ever created
• The skill of solving interesting problems and making cool things with the help of a computer.

Module 4. 

Introduction to Construct 3. HTML5-based 2D game editor

Construct is aimed primarily at non-programmers, allowing the creation of games in a drag-and-drop fashion using a visual editor and a behavior-based logic system.

Module 5. 3D Modelling with Doodle3D

The class is divided into 2 parts. During the first classes, kids are going to learn how to use a 3D pen. The last classes will introduce students to the fundamentals of 3D printing. A 3D printing pen would be a great introduction to give your kids an overall idea of what 3D printing is like and how 3D printers function. The Doodle3D is a great software for kids and teens to gain 3D printing knowledge fast. Here students will create their 3D models that will be printed using our state-of-the-art 3D printer.

Module 6.

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence:

Create with ChatGPT

Demystify and learn how to use ChatGPT AI.

Through several carefully designed projects, this course series helps students understand what ChatGPT is and introduces them to effective ways of using ChatGPT.

Together with ChatGPT, we will:

• Plan something fun – This helps students learn how to think systematically and critically together with assistance from ChatGPT. Planning is also a very important executive function for students to develop.
• Scratch coding with ChatGPT – Experiment with creating Scratch projects with help from ChatGPT.
• Creative writing – From developing storylines and character profiles to learning how to structure sentences to deliver powerful messages, ChatGPT can help students improve their writing skills and be more creative in the process.
• Code a ChatBot – Yes, that’s right. In addition to just using ChatGPT as a chatbot, you can also code a simple ChatBot yourself on top of ChatGPT. We will take a peek at the inner workings of ChatGPT and learn how to use it to code a fun project that others can use.

Throughout this course, students will gain an understanding of the power of ChatGPT, what can be expected from working with it, and the ethics of using ChatGPT and AI.

Most importantly, students will have fun, and uncover this truly fascinating technology.

Module 7.

Series of AI projects for kids:

In this fascinating series of AI projects, we introduce students to the latest AI technologies and their applications in many areas. Here are some highlights of the series:

• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning products
• Learn how AI works and real-world AI applications
• Understand what AI can and can not do, and why
• Build your AI system

From self-driving cars, and humanoids to AI-generated art and ChatGPT, AI is one of the fast-growing areas in technology. What is AI? What are some of the cool things it can do? During a series of AI projects, kids will learn fun cutting-edge AI applications created by companies like Google and Nvidia.

Module 8. Canva for Kids: Design, Video Creation, AI Art Class

Does your child enjoy art or perhaps want to create beautiful digital cards, posters, slides, or videos for their school projects? Now they can make all of these fascinating projects with Canva – a powerful and trendy graphic design platform with a simple interface (and creating an account is free)! Furthermore, we will introduce them to basics of the AI art for photo editing, turning their imagination into images, videos, and so much more.

Unit 1 of this course explores examples of great graphic design and video storytelling. Your child will learn to use the intuitive drag-and-drop tool in Canva to create their designs and share their creations with friends or teachers easily online. You will be amazed to see how creative your child can be with this fun digital design tool!

Unit 2 incorporates AI elements to create even more beautiful designs. We will use state-of-the-art kids-friendly AI art tools to create imaginary places, cool game characters, concert or sports posters, cinematic movie clips, cars of the future, and storybook illustrations – anything your child can dream up, they can create!

Create beautiful graphic designs and videos with beginner-friendly Canva.

Module 9. Digital art class series for kids

• During this course series, your child will create a different art project in each session, such as Minecraft skins, emojis, animations, photography, and more. In each of these hands-on activities, we guide students to observe and understand the artist’s elements in life such as patterns and symmetry, explore emotions and feelings, and learn about art basics such as color palettes.
  • Sprite Animation with Scratch: Love Scratch? It is easy to create your Sprites and get them animated to make your project. Scratch projects are even more fun.
  • Create Your Own Custom Minecraft Skins: Explore color palette ideas, and design special headpieces and clothing for Minecraft characters so you have your own very special Minecraft skins!
  • Castles – Art and Architecture: Learn the architecture design of medieval castles and design your own.
  • Shape Art – Digital Artists: Circles, triangles, squares… Shapes are all around us and waiting for you to discover. Create art with them, solve puzzles, and have fun!
  • Make a Fun Comic – Part I: Create a character, tell your story, and make a fun comic with powerful digital tools!
  • Make a Fun Comic – Part II: Create a character, tell your story, and make a fun comic with powerful digital tools!

Module 10.

Intro to Web Design. Making web pages with  Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) + CSS

Learn how to use HTML and CSS to make web pages. HTML is the markup language that you surround content with, to tell browsers about headings, lists, tables, etc. CSS is the stylesheet language that you style the page with, to tell browsers to change the color, font, layout, and more.
Learn how to write simple CSS rules, to select based on element, class, or ID, and change the colors of your page.

Module 11. Coding Projects in Python

Using fun graphics and easy-to-follow instructions, this straightforward course shows young learners how to build their own computer projects using Python, an easy yet powerful free programming language available for download. Perfect for students ages 13 and over who will take two introductory courses and who are ready to take this more advanced step into a coding world. Our experienced instructors will teach students how to build fun games, useful apps, and amazing graphics. All they need is a desire to learn, a desktop or laptop computer, and a Python 3.