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WHAT IS LEVEL UP!!
• Stencyl-based programming
• Uses downloadable freeware and games
• Uses simple programming language to modify and create games
• Stair-steps the learning and creation process
WHAT IS STENCYL?
An intuitive game creation software Drag-and-drop designer Logic is created simply by snapping blocks
together As user advances, more complex behaviors and
codes can be created Publishes to all the major platforms without
code
WHY LEVEL UP!!
Created for use with elementary students in a disciplinary settingTypically students have been denied access to computer
ancillary periods and programs because of behavior, leaving a deficit in digital knowledge
Students may find they enjoy programming and using programsWith encouragement, administrators may find that students
spend less time in the office due to behaviorStudents may want to stay out of trouble so they can continue
to Work with Stencyl to create their own gamesLearn new programs to further their knowledge and abilities
LEVEL UP!!
• First three levels are completely built mazes; additional levels require the student to add elements• Level 4: Students add two actors, one each in different
layers• Level 5: Students add two actors; both requiring
customization• Level 6: Students add all actors and customizations in
correct layers• Level 7: Students add all maze components except for
base tiles• Level 8: Students build complete level, including adding
and linkage to next scene
DASHBOARD
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4
LEVEL 5
LEVEL 6
LEVEL 7
LEVEL 8
LEVEL UP!!
Questions?
