# Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science

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# Alice

<http://www.alice.org/>

Alice is an innovative block-based programming environment that makes it easy to create animations, build interactive narratives, or program simple games in 3D. Unlike many puzzle-based coding applications, Alice motivates learning through creative exploration. The interface aims to teach logical and computational thinking skills, fundamental principles of programming and to be a first exposure to object-oriented programming. The Alice Project provides supplemental tools and materials for teaching using Alice across a spectrum of ages and subject matter with proven benefits in engaging and retaining diverse and underserved groups in computer science education.

- Contact: Eric Brown ( [ewbrown@andrew.cmu.edu](mailto:ewbrown@andrew.cmu.edu)
  )
- Grade Level:
  Middle School, High School, College
- Delivery:
  In-School, After School, Summer Program
- Audience:
  Students, Teachers, Parents, Informal Educators
- Cost:
  Software and online resources are free; professional development offerings differ.
- Duration: Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Alice was running one-week trainings every summer. Free online workshops may be available during the pandemic.

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