RCET Summer Camps
Research Center for Educational Technology
2013 Summer Camp Lineup
Workshop Course: Game Design
Cost: $70.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8
Dates: June 10, 11, and 12; 1:00 -3:30p.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Participants will learn how to use Game Maker software to develop their own game. Instruction will include understanding more about game design and what makes a good game, game development using Game Maker for the Mac and PC, basic programming and logic, and the use of outside resources (pictures and video) within a game. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: Lights! Camera! Action! Let's Make a PSA!
Cost: FREE thanks to the support from Buckeye Community Health; Limited to the first 25 particpants
Target Audience: Grades 4, 5, and 6
Dates: June 17, 18, 19, 20; 1:00 -3:30p.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Participants in this course will be introduced to technology to make their own public service announcement. Through this course students will explore the importance of nutrition while developing their skills in technology and communications. In addition to creating individual projects, students as a group will create a public service announcement on nutrition to be used by The Ohio State University Extension to teach other youth the importance of healthy eating habits. This workshop is a collaborative effort between Kent State University and The Ohio State University Extension's Expanded Food and Nutrition Program. Register Here: THIS CAMP IS FULL!
Workshop Course: Leadership & Technology for Girls – Grades 7, 8, and 9
Cost: $75.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 7, 8, and 9
Dates: June 17, 18, 19, 20; 9:30am to 11:30am
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: This workshop takes a hands-on approach that incorporates fun, interaction, and creative thinking! Over the course of four days participants will learn how technology can play a part in team building, leadership development, self-expression, and community service. Through the course participants will develop skills in leading others, grow in character and learn the value of helping others. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: LegoWeDo Robotics - THIS CAMP IS CLOSED
Cost: $45.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 3, 4, and 5
Dates: June 24 & 25, 2013; 1:00 -3:30p.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: The LEGO® Education WeDo workshop introduces young students to robotics. Students will be able to build LEGO models featuring working motors and sensors; program their models; and explore a series of cross-curricular, theme-based activities while developing their skills in science, technology, and engineering. During the course of this workshop the students will build 12 models that contains more than 150 elements including a motor, tilt sensor, motion sensor, and LEGO. THIS CAMP IS FULL
Workshop Course: LegoWeDo Robotics
Cost: $45.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 3, 4, and 5
Dates: June 26 & 27, 2013; 9:00 -11:30a.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: The LEGO® Education WeDo workshop introduces young students to robotics. Students will be able to build LEGO models featuring working motors and sensors; program their models; and explore a series of cross-curricular, theme-based activities while developing their skills in science, technology, and engineering. During the course of this workshop the students will build 12 models that contains more than 150 elements including a motor, tilt sensor, motion sensor, and LEGO. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: Beginning Technology Tools
Cost: $45.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 1, 2, and 3
Dates: June 24 & 25, 2013; 9:00 -11:30a.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Students will develop computer skills that will help them during the coming school year and have fun at the same time! They will learn how to use Kidpix, PowerPoint, Map Maker, Diorama Designer on computers and Toontastic and Educreate on ipads – some of the most popular tools used in the early elementary grades. While working on projects the students will also gain experience working with digital cameras, flip cameras and audio recorders. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: Creative Technology
Cost: $45.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 3, 4, and 5
Dates: June 26 & 27, 2013; 1:00 -3:30p.m.
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Students will use innovative and fun internet tools to create interactive posters, produce video with still images and music on computers and create humorous animated movies using apps on ipads. The students will also learn how to add fun special effects to movies taken on the ipad. This workshop is guaranteed to generate excitement about learning at home and in the classroom and demonstrate to students how to use digital tools in constructive ways. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: iMovie for Kids
Cost: $20.00 per child (Plus $4.99 for the purchase of the iMovie app)
Target Audience: Grades 4, 5, 6 and 7
Dates: July 24, 2013; 10am to 12pm
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Participants in this course will learn how to use iMovie to make video presentations. A perfect tool for future classroom presentations! For this workshop participants are being asked to bring their own devices* with the iMovie app already installed. This ensures the participant is comfortable with the device and they will get to keep the footage they make during the course! For those needing to borrow a device an additional $5.00 charge per device will apply. Upon workshop registration directions install the iMovie app on the device will be provided. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
*Device Requirements for iMovie: Compatible with iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (5th generation), iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G, iPad (3rd generation), iPad Wi-Fi + 4G, iPad (4th generation), iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular (4th generation), iPad mini and iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular. Requires iOS 6.0 or later. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.
Workshop Course: Making Memories: Parent/Child iMovie Workshop
Cost: $30.00 per pair (Plus $4.99 for the purchase of the iMovie app)
Target Audience: Adult and Child
Dates: July 25, 2013; 10:00 to 2:00pm
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Parent/Child duos will learn how to use iMovie to make their very own movies to share! In the morning half of the workshop participants will learn how to use iMovie. Participants will then explore the Kent State University Campus and shoot some footage. Participants can either bring a packed lunch or purchase lunch on campus. The group will come back together in the afternoon to edit, produce and share their creations! For this workshop participants are being asked to bring their own devices* with the iMovie app already installed. This ensures the participant is comfortable with the device and they will get to keep the footage they make during the course! For those needing to borrow a device an additional $5.00 charge per device will apply. Upon workshop registration directions install the iMovie app on the device will be provided. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
*Device Requirements for iMovie: Compatible with iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (4th generation), iPod touch (5th generation), iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G, iPad (3rd generation), iPad Wi-Fi + 4G, iPad (4th generation), iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular (4th generation), iPad mini and iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular. Requires iOS 6.0 or later. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.
Workshop Course: Introduction to Digital Photography
Cost: $75.00
Target Audience: Grades 5,6,7, and 8
Dates: Jul7 29, 30, 31, August 1, 2013; 9am to 11:00am
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: This camp is designed to introduce students to the basics of digital photography and photo editing using both web-based tools and iPad apps. Students are encouraged to bring their own digital camera if possible. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: Exploring the World of Virtual Environments & Minecraft
Cost: $75.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8
Dates: August 5, 6, 7, 8, 2013; 9:00 - 11:00am
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Participants will explore what's currently possible with virtual environments (VE) and also have opportunities to interact live and via videoconferencing with professionals working in the VE and game design industry. Campers will also participate in Minecraft challenges and share their builds on a camp blog. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
Workshop Course: Coding with Scratch
Cost: $70.00 per child
Target Audience: Grades 4, 5, and 6
Dates: August 5, 6, 7, 8, 2013; 1:00 - 3:00pm
Location: AT&T Classroom – Moulton Hall – Kent State University
Workshop Description: Participants will be introduced to basic concepts in programming and coding using Scratch, a programming language developed by MIT. Participants will learn to create their own animations and games using Scratch's visual block-based form of computer programming. Register Here: https://commerce.cashnet.com/rcet
