Adventures in Programming

Kids: Adventures in Programming

Use software like Alice© and Greenfoot to learn programming in a fun environment

Great for kids who love creating things with digital media

Professional and certified staff oversee the program at all university locations

Enjoy a balance between in-class time and recreational breaks

Learn Basic Computer Programming with the Award-winning Alice© and get an Introduction to Java™ with Greenfoot

Discover how to create and program video games and develop animations using Alice©, the award-winning graphical programming tool based on Java™. Alice© was developed by the Carnegie Mellon Institute to teach kids basic computer-programming concepts in a simple, straightforward and fun way.

The Alice© object-oriented programming environment enables students to place pre-made objects within a pre-made environment and quickly see how their animations and programs run. This course helps young minds grasp the concepts of programming and offers a basic introduction to programming in a creative and collaborative environment.

Students in this class will also get an introduction to Java™ programming, using the critically acclaimed Greenfoot software. Greenfoot is a simple-to-use IDE (Intergrated Development Environment) for Java™. Developed by the University of Kent, this software provides a simple introduction to the basics of Java™.

What You’ll Learn: Adventures in Programming

Course Content Software Used
• Introduction to programming
• Programming events & methods
• Programming games & animations
• Introduction to 2D & 3D space and 2D & 3D game creation
• Basic Java™ programming

Digital Media Academy may slightly vary curriculum to better fit the needs/expertise level of a given class.

Who Should Attend: Adventures in Programming
Ages 10–12 | 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.

Kids learn the fundamentals of coding syntax and style using Greenfoot in a fun, easy-to-use environment. Greenfoot is visual and interactive, so even though students are writing code, they will be able to see the fruits of their labor immediately.

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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) $865 1 Week, Mon-Fri Lunch not included
Lunch Plan (for non-residential students) add $45 or $65* 1 Week, Mon-Fri 5 lunches
Residential Program – Stanford Only add $510 1 Week, Sun-Fri 3 meals/day
Extended Day – Student Program (7:30am-7:00pm) add $195 1 Week, Mon-Fri 3 meals/day

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

1 Week   |   Ages 10–12   |   Beg – Adv

“You learn while having fun at DMA.”
— Nikita, DMA Programming Student

2013 Locations & Dates

  • Harvard

  • Jul 08-12 | Jul 22-26 | Aug 05-09

  • UBC

  • Jul 15-19 | Jul 29-Aug 02

  • Yale

  • Jul 29-Aug 02

  • Stanford

  • Jul 08-12 | Jul 15-19 | Jul 29-Aug 02 | Aug 12-16

  • GWU

  • Jul 15-19 | Jul 29-Aug 02

  • UCSD

  • Jul 29-Aug 02