Scratch
Usability:
Scratch was designed especially for kids ages 8-18, so in the world of game design it is fairly easy to use. First-time users do have to familiarize themselves with the features and tools which can take some time.
Motivation:
Students can use Scratch to create their own interactive stories, games, and animations and also share them with others. It helps students to think creatively, reason, and work collaboratively.
Pros:
- Can be used at all levels and across disciplines (math, language arts, social studies, etc)
- Free
- Teach basic programming concepts
Cons:
- Limited features
Kodu
Usability:
Kodu is a fairly easy to use game creation tool designed for users of all ages with no design or programming skills. However, it does still take some time for first-time users to familiarize themselves with the features and tools.
Motivation:
Kodu can be used to teach creativity, problem-solving, storytelling, as well as programming.
Pros:
- Free (PC version)
- Offers a XBox version as well
- 3D
- nice graphics
Cons:
- Limited features
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