Hey there! I’m Eric, also known as Champ99 on Scratch. Welcome to an exciting episode of our Scratch video series! Today, we’re diving into the amazing world of Scratch 3.0 Beta. Let’s explore what’s new and fun!
Have you heard the news? We’re launching a new version of Scratch called Scratch 3.0, and it’s coming out in January! Right now, you can try out the Scratch 3.0 Beta editor by visiting beta.scratch.mit.edu. It’s a sneak peek of what’s to come. When the full version launches, it will connect to the Scratch community, so all your projects and friends will be there too!
Scratch 3.0 Beta is packed with cool new features! There’s a huge library of sprites, which are characters, creatures, and objects you can use in your projects. These sprites come with lots of costumes, perfect for creating animations. Plus, there’s a big collection of new sounds, including fun ones like the classic cat meow!
The sound editor and paint editor have gotten even better! You can now add fun effects to sounds, like making them sound robotic. The paint editor has improved tools for both vector and bitmap images, making it easier to create amazing art for your projects.
We’ve added tutorials to help you learn new skills! Just click the tutorials button to find activities like changing sizes, spinning, hiding and showing sprites, animating names, and even creating a chase game. These tutorials are a great way to learn and have fun!
Check out the extensions in the bottom left corner of the editor. These are special blocks that let you do even more with Scratch. Some connect to hardware like the micro:bit, and others connect to software like Google Translate. We’ll keep adding more extensions, so stay tuned!
Remember to save your projects! Since the editor isn’t connected to your account yet, you should save your work to your computer. Click on the “File” menu at the top and select “Download” to keep your projects safe.
We want to hear from you! Click the “Give Feedback” button in the editor to share your thoughts. This will take you to the Scratch 3.0 forum, where you can find answers to common questions and ask your own.
We’re so excited to share Scratch 3.0 Beta with you after years of hard work. I can’t wait to see the awesome projects you’ll create using the new tutorials and features. Thanks for joining us for Episode 24, and we look forward to seeing you in Episode 25. Keep scratching and have fun!
Visit the Scratch 3.0 Beta editor at beta.scratch.mit.edu. Spend some time exploring the new features, such as the sprite library and sound effects. Try creating a simple project using these new tools and share what you discover with your classmates.
Use the new sprites and costumes in Scratch 3.0 Beta to create a short animation. Think about a story or scene you want to bring to life. Experiment with different costumes and sounds to make your animation exciting and engaging.
Choose a tutorial from the Scratch 3.0 Beta editor, such as animating a name or creating a chase game. Follow the steps and complete the activity. Once finished, show your project to a friend and explain what you learned.
Check out the extensions available in Scratch 3.0 Beta. Try using one that connects to hardware or software, like the micro:bit or Google Translate. Create a project that uses these extensions and demonstrate how they enhance your Scratch experience.
After exploring and creating with Scratch 3.0 Beta, click the “Give Feedback” button in the editor. Share your thoughts on what you liked and what could be improved. Discuss your feedback with your classmates and see if they had similar experiences.
Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript:
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Hey everyone, it’s Eric, also known as Champ99 on Scratch. Welcome to Episode 24 of the Scratch video series! We’re excited to have you here for a very special edition where we discuss Scratch 3.0 Beta.
Many of you may have heard that we’re launching a new version of Scratch called Scratch 3.0, which is coming out in January. Right now, we’ve launched the Scratch 3.0 Beta editor, and you can try it out at beta.scratch.mit.edu. One thing to note is that when we launch in January, it will be connected to the community, so all of your projects and friends will be there. For now, it’s just the editor, but we encourage you to check it out!
There are a lot of exciting new features in Scratch 3.0 Beta. First, we have a huge new library of sprites, including new characters, creatures, and objects. The new sprites come with many costumes, which is great for animation. Additionally, there’s a large library of new sounds, including classic sounds like the cat meow.
I’m particularly loving the sound editor and the paint editor. We’ve made several improvements to the tools in both the vector and bitmap paint editors. In the sound editor, you can now add fun filters, like a robot effect. We’re continuously working on improvements based on your feedback, so keep it coming!
Another exciting feature is the tutorials. I’ve been working on these, and you’ll be able to access them by clicking the tutorials button. There are many fun activities to try, including how to change size, spin, hide, and show, as well as how to animate a name and create a chase game.
Don’t forget to check out the extensions! In the bottom left corner of the editor, you’ll find a button that gives you access to a library of new blocks. Some of these connect to hardware extensions like the micro:bit, while others connect to software extensions like Google Translate. We’ll continue to add more extensions over the next few months.
Also, remember to save your projects! In the Scratch 2.0 Beta, we encouraged you to save your projects to your computer, as the editor won’t be connected to your account until January. To save, click on the “File” menu at the top and then select “Download.”
Lastly, we want your feedback on Scratch 3.0 Beta. You can provide feedback directly in the editor by clicking the “Give Feedback” button. This will take you to the Scratch 3.0 forum post, where many commonly asked questions have already been answered. Please check those out first, and if you have further questions, feel free to post them.
We’re thrilled to finally share this with you after years of development. I’m particularly excited about the new tutorials and can’t wait to see the projects you create using them.
That’s all we have for Episode 24. We hope you enjoyed learning about Scratch 3.0 Beta, and we look forward to seeing you in Episode 25. Scratch on!
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This version removes any informal language, filler words, and repetitions while maintaining the core information and enthusiasm of the original transcript.
Scratch – A visual programming language used to create games and animations by snapping blocks together. – In Scratch, you can make your own video game by dragging and dropping code blocks.
Beta – A version of a software program that is still being tested and may have some bugs. – The new game is in beta, so we might find some errors while playing it.
Sprites – Characters or objects in a game or animation that can be moved and controlled. – I used different sprites to create a fun story in my animation project.
Projects – Completed works or tasks in coding, such as games or animations, that are created using programming languages. – My science project involved coding a simple weather simulation using Scratch.
Tutorials – Step-by-step guides that help you learn how to do something, like coding a game or animation. – I followed the tutorials to learn how to make my first animation in Scratch.
Editor – A tool or program where you can write and modify your code or create projects. – The Scratch editor lets you design your game by arranging code blocks.
Sounds – Audio clips that can be added to games or animations to make them more interesting. – I added sounds to my game to make it more exciting when the player scores points.
Extensions – Additional features or tools that can be added to a program to give it more capabilities. – By using extensions, I was able to connect my Scratch project to a real-life robot.
Feedback – Opinions or suggestions about a project that help you improve it. – I received feedback from my classmates on how to make my game more challenging.
Community – A group of people who share their projects and ideas, often helping each other learn and improve. – The Scratch community is a great place to share your projects and get new ideas.
