Codiverse Course 1

This book focuses on Computational Thinking (CT) and programming, moving from offline logic exercises to digital coding and AI concepts.

Chapter 1: Logic and Data (Computational Thinking)

Sorting & Categorization: Grouping objects by attributes (color, shape, size, type).
Pattern Recognition: Identifying repeating sequences (e.g., in nature or shapes).
Data Organization: collecting simple data and organizing it (e.g., on paper).

Chapter 2: Algorithms and Sequencing

Sequencing: Understanding that the order of steps matters (e.g., "Getting Ready for School" or "Baking a Cake").
Algorithms: Defining step-by-step instructions to solve a problem.
Decomposition: Breaking down tasks into smaller steps.

Chapter 3: Introduction to Block-Based Coding (Blockly)

Coding Puzzles: Using Blockly games (Maze) to move characters.
Basic Commands: Using "Move Forward," "Turn Left," and "Turn Right" blocks.
Debugging: Testing code, identifying errors (like hitting a wall), and resetting.

Chapter 4: Creative Coding (ScratchJr)

Interface Exploration: Learning the Stage, Grid, Programming Area, and Palette.
Motion Blocks (Blue): Moving characters (Up, Down, Left, Right, Hop).
Triggering Blocks (Yellow): Using the "Green Flag" to start scripts.
Looks & Sound (Pink/Green): Making characters speak ("Say"), grow/shrink, and play sounds ("Pop").
Control (Orange): Changing speed and using "Wait."

Chapter 5: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Intelligence: Distinguishing between Human, Animal, and Machine intelligence.
Smart Tools: Using AI creative tools like AutoDraw.

Teacher: Arif Teacher

Skill Level: Beginner

This level builds on the basics of computational thinking, introduces data handling through spreadsheets, advances coding skills with loops and multi-scene storytelling in ScratchJr, and explores Computer Vision.

Chapter 1: Data Handling (Excel & Pictographs)

Milestone 1.1: Understanding Data – collecting and storing data; understanding Pictographs (using images to represent data).
Milestone 1.2: Introduction to Excel – Exploring the Excel interface; entering data into Cells; formatting data.
Milestone 1.3: Visualizing Data – Adding borders to cells; inserting and resizing Icons to create digital pictographs.

Chapter 2: Algorithms and Logic

Milestone 2.1: Advanced Sequencing – Understanding that an Algorithm is a step-by-step plan to solve a problem.
Milestone 2.2: Grid Movement – Solving puzzles and mazes using directional commands on a grid.
Milestone 2.3: Problem Solving – Debugging sequences and creating algorithms for daily tasks (e.g., "Going to School").

Chapter 3: Advanced Block Coding (ScratchJr)

Milestone 3.1: Creative Coding – Customizing backgrounds and Sprites; setting scenes with multiple characters.
Milestone 3.2: Control & Loops – Using the Repeat block (Loops) to make actions happen multiple times; using Wait blocks to control timing.
Milestone 3.3: Storytelling – Adding text (speech bubbles) and sounds; creating multi-scene projects using the Camera feature to personalize characters.

Chapter 4: Game Design

Milestone 4.1: Maze Game – Drawing custom maze backgrounds; using motion blocks (Up, Right, Tilt) to navigate sprites.
Milestone 4.2: Interaction – Programming sprites to interact (e.g., "Fetch and Catch"); handling collisions (bumping).

Chapter 5: Artificial Intelligence (Computer Vision)

Milestone 5.1: How Computers See – Understanding how a computer analyzes images (Computer Vision) vs. how the human brain processes vision.
Milestone 5.2: Motion Detection – Creating a project using Video Sensing blocks to detect movement via the webcam.

Teacher: Arif Teacher

Skill Level: Beginner

Codiverse Course 3

This level transitions students from tablet-based coding (ScratchJr) to the full computer-based Scratch interface, while advancing data skills in Excel and introducing Applied AI through face sensing.

Chapter 1: Advanced Data Handling (Excel)

Milestone 1.1: Workbook Basics – Creating new workbooks and adding sheets; entering data into cells and naming/locating them.
Milestone 1.2: Formatting Data – Adding borders and colors to cells; using Merge & Center to create titles; formatting numbers (e.g., currency).
Milestone 1.3: Formulas & Calculation – Using the Equal Sign (=) to start formulas; performing simple calculations; using Drag and Drop to copy formulas across multiple cells.
Milestone 1.4: Visualizing Data – converting table data into Graphs and charts; editing and formatting chart elements.

Chapter 2: Planning and Algorithms

Milestone 2.1: Storyboarding – Planning a story visually before coding.
Milestone 2.2: Event Logic – Understanding triggers (events) and delays (wait blocks) to control the sequence of actions.

Chapter 3: Creative Coding (Scratch)

Milestone 3.1: The Scratch Interface – Transitioning to the full Scratch environment; identifying the Stage, Sprites, and Block Palette.
Milestone 3.2: Animation – Creating movement (forward/backward, turning); animating characters by switching Costumes; changing sprite direction.
Milestone 3.3: Multimedia – Painting custom backdrops; recording and adding Sounds; modifying sprite costumes.

Chapter 4: Interactive Game Design

Milestone 4.1: User Controls – Controlling sprite movement using Keyboard Inputs (arrow keys).
Milestone 4.2: Game Logic – Making sprites appear and disappear (Hide/Show); using Conditionals (If-Then) combined with Sensing blocks to make decisions (e.g., If touching color, then stop).

Chapter 5: Artificial Intelligence (Scratch Lab)

Milestone 5.1: Face Sensing – Using the camera as an input; understanding how computers sense facial features.
Milestone 5.2: AI Filters – Creating interactive face filters that follow facial movements; controlling sprites with head movement.
Milestone 5.3: AI Concepts – Understanding Machine Learning basics and the Limitations of AI.

Teacher: Arif Teacher

Skill Level: Beginner

Codiverse Course 4

This level advances students into complex logic, data analysis, and machine learning. It transitions from simple block stacking to designing interactive games and understanding how AI models are trained.

Chapter 1: Advanced Data Handling (Excel & Google Sheets)

Milestone 1.1: Spreadsheet Operations – Defining worksheets, cells, rows, and columns; using Format Paint and printing settings.
Milestone 1.2: Logic Functions – Using the IF function to check conditions (e.g., Pass/Fail) and COUNTIF to count items meeting specific criteria.
Milestone 1.3: Visualizing Trends – Using Conditional Formatting to automatically highlight data trends (e.g., turning high scores green); creating and editing charts.

Chapter 2: Algorithms and Logic

Milestone 2.1: Flowcharts – Using standard symbols to visually plan decision-making processes before writing code.
Milestone 2.2: Conditional Logic – Applying Comparison Operators (=, >, <) to evaluate conditions.
Milestone 2.3: Loops – Differentiating between loop types (Repeat, Forever, Repeat Until) for specific tasks.

Chapter 3: Advanced Scratch Programming

Milestone 3.1: Coordinates & Movement – Mastering the X and Y coordinate system to position sprites precisely; using Glide blocks for smooth animation.
Milestone 3.2: Extensions – Enhancing projects with extra blocks (e.g., Text-to-Speech, Pen, Video Sensing).
Milestone 3.3: Events & Coordination – Using the Broadcast block to coordinate actions between different sprites (e.g., Sprite A talks, Sprite B replies).

Chapter 4: Game Design

Milestone 4.1: User Interaction – Using Ask and Answer blocks to get input from players.
Milestone 4.2: Quiz Games – Combining "Ask" blocks with "If-Else" logic to create quiz games that check answers.
Milestone 4.3: Variables (Intro) – implied usage for scoring in game designs.

Chapter 5: Experience AI (Machine Learning)

Milestone 5.1: Training Models – Defining AI and Machine Learning; collecting training data (images/text).
Milestone 5.2: Data Quality – Understanding how the Quantity (amount) and Quality (variety) of data affect accuracy.
Milestone 5.3: Testing & Retraining – Testing models with new data and retraining them to fix errors.