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Scratch is used around the world in elementary, middle, and
high schools. Computer science professors also use Scratch as a
means of introducing programming concepts to college students.

how can Scratch Be used to

Educate in Schools?

Schools can use Scratch to aid teachers in subjects like math-
ematics, English, music, art, design, and information technology.
Scratch is designed for exploration and experimentation, so it
supports many different learning styles.
No matter what they use Scratch for—creative storytelling,
unique video games, or simple demonstrations of programming
concepts—Scratch will provide a space for students to explore
and imagine. By engaging in design-based activity individually
or in groups, students will be motivated to learn.
Here are just a few of the things that students have used
Scratch to do:
• A school in New York City used Scratch to build simulations
of the spread of infectious diseases.
• A group of teenagers in India used Scratch to make an
animated map of their village, illustrating environmental
concerns where they live.

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