Welcome to Intro to SketchUp!

Welcome to Intro to SketchUp!

Synopsis

In this course, you will learn how to create your very first mobile app. 

Technical objective: App Inventor from MIT’s Centre for Mobile Learning is an innovative beginner's introduction to programming and app creation that transforms the complex language of text-based coding into visual, drag-and-drop building blocks. You will this platform to develop a text-to-speech app.

Life skills objective:  When designing your mobile apps, you have to be mindful of the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX). This helps you to develop empathy and creativity to meet the needs of users.  

Prerequisite

This course is suitable for learners in Lower and Upper Secondary with a basic command of English and computer skills.

You will require a computer (Windows or Mac) with a mouse and a pair of headphones. You will also require a mobile device or tablet (both Android and iOS are supported, although some functions may not work on iOS).

Prerequisite course(s): None

Structure

You can complete the course at your own pace.

There are 3 parts to the course:

1. Welcome
2. Project
3. Closing 

Let's get started ➜

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