WCPS Media Expo
Coding
Coding
Use developmental software or write original code to develop games or functions. To enter a product as original all code must be written by the student.
Description
This category includes product development of games, or functions, by either writing original code or by utilizing developmental software such as Unity to create the project. To enter a product as original all code must be written by the student.
Subcategories
Procedures
All entries, from conception to final product, must be written or developed by the students entering the project. Entries must be packaged in a way that they can be easily submitted via a link on the school entry form. Both the project and the program required to run it must be included in the entry. Operational procedures must be included on the entry form and explained to your Media Specialist.
Helpful Hints
Coding entries often require specific software. If your program will not run without the software, the student must make arrangements with the school librarian to ensure that the program will run.
Judging Criteria
Content Achieves Purpose
Will anyone care about the content of your program? Is the subject or idea big enough to sustain the entire program? Is the use or message clear?
Content Suitable to Audience
Will anyone care about the content of your program? Is the subject or idea big enough to sustain the entire program? Is the use or message clear?
Creativity/Originality
Create a computer program that clearly shows that you are using the program or code in interesting ways. This may include using content or code that is widely available, but not always used. This may also mean that the student has combined content and/or code in a way that is interesting or different.
Organization/Structure
Show evidence of planning and choice through all parts of your project as you focus on achieving the program's purpose. Show that the information or story is paced and developed in a way that keeps viewers interested and helps them understand your meaning.
Overall Effectiveness/Presentation
Does your program heighten viewer attention and interest? When the program is over, does it leave a meaning with the viewer? Does it grab the viewer’s attention?
Appropriate Design Techniques/Resources
Judges will be looking for complexity of code, creativity, originality, and presence of multiple levels.