Want to inspire students about technical careers by building and playing video games? Teach Computer Science concepts based on developing video games.

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XNA Game Studio Game-Themed Introductory Programming Assignments for CS1/2 Courses

Kelvin Sung, along with Microsoft, designed programming assignment modules for faculty members with little or no background in computer gaming or graphics. These assignment modules are self-contained so faculty can pick and choose a subset to combine with their existing class assignments. Materials include:*

• XGCS1 library, a simple programming XNA framework abstraction to develop a basic Blockbreaker game
• Sample game-themed courseware materials that are suitable for teaching introductory programming courses (CS1)
• Access to all source code, step-by-step development guides, and all the game-themed courseware materials