{"id":3960,"date":"2025-04-15T10:49:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T07:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dgschool.lv\/product\/creative-laboratory-class-4-6\/"},"modified":"2025-07-22T17:23:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T14:23:47","slug":"creative-laboratory-grades-4-6","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/dgschool.lv\/en\/product\/creative-laboratory-grades-4-6\/","title":{"rendered":"CREATIVE LABORATORY (GRADES 4-6)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">These five-day sessions are designed for students in grades 4-6 and provide an opportunity to explore the development path of video games from their beginnings to the present day. Participants will discover the role of creativity in the digital age and practically experience how to create and develop their unique stories using technology. The program combines theoretical exploration with practical activities for discovering the world of games.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>About the Sessions<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Arrival from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Morning session from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM lunch break at the office center cafeteria (each day students need to bring \u20ac6 for lunch).<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Afternoon session from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">From 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM recreation time &#8211; opportunity to move around and play virtual reality games in a shared virtual space.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Each class hour includes a 15-minute break, during which we&#8217;ll play educational board games or take a break in fresh air.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Group size: maximum 8 people.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Technology and equipment: our school is equipped with powerful gaming computers and the latest generation Oculus Quest 3 headsets. Each student has a 10m\u00b2 space for comprehensive and safe movement in virtual reality. Computer monitors have freely adjustable positions, and workstations are equipped with ergonomic chairs to provide each child with the most comfortable working environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Training Program<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Day 1: Game History \u2013 from Pong to Minecraft<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Introductory activities.<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Video game history, first games and their development<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Analysis of classic games (Tetris, Pac-Man, Super Mario)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Watching excerpts from the animation film Wreck-It Ralph (portrayal of gaming culture)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Practical workshop: create your own game hero (drawing and idea generation)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Day summary and free time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Day 2: Games as Storytellers \u2013 The Importance of Stories and Heroes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Discussion: Why do some games captivate more than others?<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Game analysis: Journey, Undertale, Limbo (visual and emotional storytelling)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Exercise: Create a story for your game character<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Day 3: Game Worlds and Design<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">What makes a game visually unique? Use of colors and shapes<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Analysis of Minecraft and Monument Valley \u2013 why are these games popular?<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Creating your own game level with a paper prototype<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Day 4: Music and Sounds in Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">How sounds create atmosphere?<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Examples of game music: The Legend of Zelda, Celeste, Ori and the Blind Forest<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Practical activity: Create sound effects for your game<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Day 5: Final Project and Presentation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Bringing it all together \u2013 presenting your game idea<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Game testing and analysis<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Closing ceremony and certificate awarding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An exciting five-day course for students in grades 4-6 about video game history and storytelling in digital environments. 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