module 1 - getting started
Learning Goal: 
The goal of Module 1 is to introduce computers and the Scratch tool to students, to allow them to introduce characters and sound in Scratch.
Learning Objectives:
  1. To learn about and discuss the importance of software in modern society.
  2. To introduce the Scratch software.
Discussion about the importance of computer programming in our everyday lives. An answer is provided to the question "What is Scratch?"


Resources:
Introduction to the look and feel of Scratch. Write your first script (computer program) using Scratch.
Change the appearance of Scratch characters and background images.
Computers need instructions to tell them what to do. This activity investigates how to provide effective instructions to solve everyday problems.


Resources:
Now it’s time to start interacting with the characters. A sprite will be programmed to move in different directions and play music using keyboard controls.