App Developement

Course Content

Level 1:

Age Group: 10+

Duration: 20 hours

Prerquiisites

Prior experience with block based coding recommended.

Requirements

• A device(laptop/desktop)
• Stable internet connection.
• Free MIT App Inventor Account

Module 1: Introduction to App Development and MIT App Inventor

– What is app development? Introduction to mobile apps.

– Understanding MIT App Inventor as a visual programming tool.

– Setting up the development environment.

Module 2: Designing User Interfaces

– Understanding user interfaces and layout components.

– Adding buttons, labels, textboxes, and images.

– Arranging components for an appealing layout.

Module 3: Basic Interactions

– Responding to button clicks and user interactions.

– Using conditionals for decision-making.

– Creating interactive elements on the screen.

Module 4: User Input and Output

– Incorporating user input through textboxes and buttons.

– Displaying output using labels and notifications.

– Enhancing user interactions with feedback.

Module 5: Animation and Multimedia

– Adding animations using ImageSprites and Clock components.

– Playing sounds and displaying images.

– Creating engaging multimedia experiences.

Module 6: Data and Storage

– Using variables to store data.

– Managing data with lists and TinyDB.

– Storing and retrieving data using App Inventor.

Module 7: Building Functional Apps

– Project 1: Interactive Story App.

– Creating a text-based interactive story app.

– Designing the user interface and branching narratives.

– Project 2: Quiz App.

– Developing a multiple-choice quiz app.

– Incorporating quiz questions and user feedback.

Module 8: Advanced App Features

– Project 3: GPS Locator App.

– Building an app that displays user’s location on a map.

– Integrating GPS functionality for real-time updates.

– Project 4: Virtual Pet App.

– Designing a virtual pet simulation with interactions.

– Implementing health, happiness, and care features.

Module 9: Final Project – Creative App

– Students create a creative app of their choice.

– Applying a combination of learned concepts.

– Presenting the final project to the class.

Level 2:

Age Group: 13+

Duration: 25 hours

Prerequirements

Prior experience with Java recommended.

Requirements:

• A device(laptop/desktop)
• Stable internet connection.
• Coding Environment like Visual Studio Code, etc.
• Mobile Development platform like Android Studio or Xcode
• Emulator or a physical mobile device to test apps.
• Version Control like GIT

Module 1: Introduction to App Development

– What is app development? Introduction to mobile apps.

– Understanding the app development process.

– Exploring different types of mobile apps.

Module 2: Getting Started with Coding

– Introduction to coding concepts and syntax.

– Setting up the development environment.

– Writing and running a simple “Hello, World!” program.

Module 3: User Interface Design

– Understanding user interfaces and layout design.

– Adding buttons, text, images, and interactive elements.

– Arranging components for a visually appealing layout.

Module 4: Basic Interactions

– Responding to button clicks and user interactions.

– Using conditionals for decision-making.

– Creating interactive elements in the app.

Module 5: User Input and Output

– Incorporating user input through textboxes and buttons.

– Displaying output using labels and notifications.

– Enhancing user interactions through feedback.

Module 6: Animation and Multimedia

– Adding animations and visual effects to the app.

– Incorporating images, sounds, and videos.

– Creating engaging multimedia experiences.

Module 7: Data Management

– Storing and retrieving data using variables.

– Managing data with lists and dictionaries.

– Understanding the importance of data in apps.

Module 8: Building Functional Apps

– Project 1: Interactive Story App.

– Creating a text-based interactive story app.

– Designing the user interface and branching narratives.

– Project 2: To-Do List App.

– Developing an app to manage tasks and to-dos.

– Implementing list-based functionalities.

Module 9: Advanced App Features

– Project 3: Quiz App.

– Building a multiple-choice quiz app.

– Incorporating quiz questions and user feedback.

– Project 4: Creative App of Choice.

– Students design and develop a unique app concept.

– Applying a combination of concepts learned throughout the curriculum.

Module 10: Final Project – Innovative App

– Students create an innovative app that addresses a specific need.

– Applying advanced concepts and problem-solving skills.

– Presenting the final project to the class.