Substitute "LiveCode" for "Scratch"

[Jim Hurley]

I saw this and my first thought for LiveCode was native Turtle Graphics talking to sprites.

JIm Hurley

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> Date: Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:57:58 +0200
> From: Richmond <richmondmathewson at gmail.com>
> To: How to use LiveCode <use-livecode at lists.runrev.com>
> Subject: Re: Substitute "LiveCode" for "Scratch"
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>> We see LiveCode as the natural step up from Scratch. It is perfect for
>> ages 13 to 18, just when kids start to outgrow Scratch. Which isn't to say
>> that LC can't one day be dumbed down for the younger age group, but right
>> now that is its sweet spot.
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> I would say that Livecode is not "a natural step up from Scratch" because
> Scratch doesn't really resemble a programming language at all.
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> I have taught children of 8 and up to achieve quite a few things with 
> Livecode,
> and with NO dumbing down at all.
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> I do feel that by mentioning dumbing down in this context you are
> under-estimating the capabilities of a lot of children younger than 13.
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>> I don't suppose anyone wants to go add a comment to this video with a link
>> to our campaign?
>> 
>> Kind regards,
>> 
>> Kevin
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>> Kevin Miller ~ kevin at runrev.com ~ http://www.runrev.com/
>> LiveCode: Unleash Your Killer App
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