GAME-BASED PROGRAMMING TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS IN THE PYGAME ZERO ENVIRONMENT - SAMPLE ASSIGNMENTS WITH PYTHON TURTLE GRAPHICS

Abstract

In recent years, an increasing digitalization has been observed in all spheres of life on a global scale. The demand for specialists in the field of ICT requires their preparation to start at school with the study of programming and IT. Good practices and increasing interest in game-based learning are observed at all levels of secondary education. Different environments, programming languages and learning approaches is used in the Computer Modeling and Informatics disciplines. The focus of the article are sample tasks and methodical implementation for nonprofiled training in programming for high school students by creating games. The terminology related to game-based learning and the role of tasks in mastering learning content are presented. The main focus is on creating fun games implemented in Python programming language using turtle graphics in Mu programming environment. The sample tasks are supported by methodical instructions. Guidelines are also given for their use in training. In the conclusion, the possibilities for training in programming in profiled and non-profiled high schools are discussed.