Gain a broader understanding of how coding and robotics can fit into your everyday teaching of STEM, and how to integrate Technology, Computer Science, and Engineering into your Math, Science, and ELA lessons. This PD introduces the online lessons from Exploring Robotics and Wonder Workshop and no-assembly-required Dash robot that can make teaching coding a breeze. By the end of this session you will be ready to use the Dash Robot in your classroom to engage students in CS/STEM.
Teach STEAM topics with these incredibly cute and engagingly animated character robots that make fun sounds, say the cutest things like "Whee", and "I see you", flash lights, change colors of lights, follow a path, avoid obstacles, and more. Students first use the Tablet Apps and then use Blockly code to control the robot.
The Apps make it easy to get started using the robots right out of the box and grasp coding and engineering concepts. These adorable robots are rugged and can be used in multiple classes year after year.
Time to complete: 2 hours presentations (+ 1 hour lesson plan assignment)
Who this is for: Educators in grades 5 to 7 (classrooms, maker spaces, or clubs).
Skills you will gain: Introduction to Coding, Robotics, Engineering Design, and teaching Integrated STEM with a robotSuggested Materials: (if you are doing the hands-on activities)
A Dash robot (may be available from lending library)
Dash Curriculum Guide book (may be available from lending library)
A device for coding software such as a Apple or Android Tablet