Kids: Adventures in Programming

Instructors work closely with campers to help them understand the concepts

Great for kids who love creating things with digital media

Basic programming concepts are explained in simple terms

Professional and certified staff oversee the program at all university locations

Learn Basic Computer Programming with the Award-winning Alice© Software

Learn to create video games using Alice© the award-winning graphical programming tool based on Java™. Alice© was developed by Carnegie Mellon University to teach kids basic computer programming concepts in a simple and straight-forward way.

The Alice© object-oriented programming environment allows students to place pre-made objects in an pre-made environment, and quickly see how their animation programs run. This course helps young minds understand and learn the concepts of programming and offers a basic introduction to programming in a fun, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Learn: Adventures in Programming

Course Content Software Used
• Introduction to programming
• Programming events & methods using Alice©
• Programming games & animations using Alice©
• Introduction to 3D Space & 3D Game Creation

Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects.

Who Should Attend: Adventures in Programming
Ages 8-12 | Beginner – Advanced | No Programming or Game Development Experience Required

This course is designed for young aspiring programmers or those interested in learning more about video games and the process behind their creation. The experience is also great for kids who love creating things with digital media and want to learn more about programming.

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Adventures in Role Playing Games Learn how to program your own video game 1 Week
Adv. in 2D & 3D Video Game Creation Create your own game in this hands on experience 1 Week

Questions about a course or additional weeks at DMA? Ready to register? Please call 866.656.3342 for more information and to speak with a Guest Experience Representative..

Fees & Additional Options: Adventures in Programming

Options Price Duration Meals
Tuition (base price) $825 1 Week, Mon-Fri Lunch not included
Lunch Plan (for non-residential students) add $65 1 Week, Mon-Fri 5 lunches
Residential Program – Dorm (Not Available at Harvard) add $495 1 Week, Sun-Fri 3 meals/day
Residential Program (UCLA only) add $795 1 Week, Sun-Fri 3 meals/day
Extended Day-Student Program (7:30am-7:00pm) add $195 1 Week, Mon-Fri 3 meals/day

*To view all options, including weekend stays, visit our Options & Fees page.    

1 Week   |   Ages 8-12   |   Beg-Adv

“I love using the Alice program – it’s so fun!”
- Ryan, DMA Programming Student

Dates by Location 2012

  • Stanford, CA

  • Jun 18-22 | Jul 2-6 | Jul 16-20 | Jul 30-Aug 3 | Aug 13-17

  • Austin, TX

  • not offered at this location

  • New York, NY

  • not offered at this location
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