Actors-1: I know how to use width and height to specify the dimensions of the screen in PyGame.

Actors-2: I know what an actor is in PyGame.

Actors-3: I know how to create a new actor in PyGame.

Actors-4: I know how to use position keywords to control the position of the alien in PyGame.

Actors-5: I can use the draw() function correctly in PyGame.

Actors-6: I can use screen.clear() correctly in PyGame

Actors-7: I know what global variables are and when to use them in my code.

Actors-8: I can use global variables to move the alien on the screen in PyGame.

Actors-9: I can use the update() function correctly in PyGame

Event Listeners-1: I understand what event listeners are and how we use them in PyGame projects.

Event Listeners-2: I can use the on_key_down() function correctly in PyGame.

Event Listeners-3: I can use the key parameter correctly in PyGame.

Event Listeners-4: I can use the on_mouse_down() function correctly in PyGame.

Event Listeners-5: I can use the button parameter correctly in PyGame.

Event Listeners-6: I can use the position keyword correctly in PyGame.

ZRect-1: I know what a ZRect is in PyGame.

ZRect-2: I can use the ZRect((x,y),(w, h)) function correctly in PyGame.

ZRect-3: I can use the screen.draw.filled_rect() function correctly in PyGame.

ZRect-4: I know how to change the color of a ZRect in PyGame.

ZRect-5: I know what dynamic attributes are in PyGame.

ZRect-6: I can use dynamic attributes to move an Actor in PyGame.

ZRect-7: I can use the .colliderect() function correctly in PyGame.

ZRect-8: I know the difference between the functions .colliderect() and .contains()in PyGame.

Collectibles-1: I know how to incorporate lists into my PyGame code.

Collectibles-2: I know how to incorporate loops into my PyGame code.

Collectibles-3: I know how to draw collectibles on the screen by using a loop in PyGame.

Collectibles-4: I know how to change dynamic attributes of list objects in PyGame.

Collectibles-5: I can use nested loops to check for collisions of collectibles with each other in PyGame.

Gravity-1: I know what global variables are necessary to add gravity in PyGame.

Gravity-2: I can set up the necessary dynamic attributes for gravity in PyGame.

Gravity-3: I can correctly apply gravity in the update function in PyGame.

Gravity-4: I can prevent an actor from falling through the floor in PyGame.

Gravity-5: I can make an actor jump in a game with gravity in PyGame.

Friction-1: I know what global variables are necessary to add friction in PyGame.

Friction-2: I can correctly apply friction in the update function in PyGame.

Friction-3: I know how the value of the friction variable will affect an actor in PyGame.

Platforms-1: I know what is necessary to create a platform in PyGame.

Platforms-2: I can create a ZRect in a given spot on the screen in PyGame.

Platforms-3: I know how to incorporate conditionals into my PyGame code.

Platforms-4: I can write the correct code to keep an actor on top of a platform in PyGame.

Platforms-5: I can create a moving platform in PyGame.

Many-1: I know how to store many platforms in a list in PyGame.

Many-2: I can create and fill a list with platforms in PyGame.

Many-3: I can draw all platforms in a list to the screen in PyGame.

Many-4: I can apply platform collision to all platforms in the list in PyGame.

System Control-1: I can use a gameState variable correctly in PyGame.

System Control-2: I can use conditionals in the draw() function to display the correct screen based on the gameState in PyGame.

System Control-3: I know that PyGame Zero’s built in Clock can be used for scheduling game events.

System Control-4: I can use the moveTargets() function correctly in PyGame.

System Control-5: I can use the clock.schedule_interval() function correctly in PyGame.

System Control-6: I can use the clock.unschedule() function correctly in PyGame.

Projectiles-1: I can use a variable to check if the laser has been fired in PyGame.

Projectiles-2: I know how to manage lists of projectiles correctly in PyGame.

Projectiles-3: I can loop through the list in the draw() function correctly in PyGame.

Projectiles-4: I can loop through the list in the update() function correctly in PyGame.

Projectiles-5: I know how to make an actor move in the direction of another actor in PyGame.

I use spacing and logical variable names to improve my code's readability

I regularly comment my code to improve my code's readability

I appropriately and frequently test my code

I can independently debug my code

Joyful Collaboration

1. I practice listening to my instructor and sharing my ideas to co-create understanding.
2. I attempt tasks independently and ask my instructor questions when I need help.

Unlimited Curiosity

1. I take ownership of my learning by asking meaningful questions both when I need clarification and when I want to know more about a topic.

Nimble Determination

1. I practice resilience when I am frustrated that I have not yet achieved mastery of a new concept or skill; instead of complaining about challenges, I try new approaches and creative solutions.

Invest in Excellence

1. I arrive to class on time and prepared to learn, with my computer set up with a strong internet connection.
2. I complete my homework on time, and if I cannot complete my homework due to other obligations, I honestly communicate the reasons for late homework to my instructor.
3. I do my best to stay present and on task for the whole session. I support my focus by putting away any distracting technology and setting notifications on my device to “do not disturb” mode.