Gain a broader understanding of how coding, electronics and robotics can fit into your everyday teaching of STEM, and how to integrate Technology, Computer Science, and Engineering into an elective course. This PD introduces the online lessons from Exploring Robotics and Parallax and the BoeBot robot that can make teaching STEM a blast. By the end of this session you will be ready to use the BoeBot in your classroom.
Students program the Boe-Bot robot to follow lines, navigate a room or a maze, roam toward light, flash lights, follow a person or vehicle, follow other robots, and much more. Use Boe-Bot robots in classrooms or after school clubs and makerspaces to teach robotics, physical science, coding, and STEM concepts.
Exploring Robotics self-paced robotics curriculum with videos makes a great Introduction to Digital Electronics, Engineering, Mechatronics, and other CTE programs for Grades 8-10. Teach introductory electronics with a solderless breadboard and Basic programming (coding) with resistors, capacitors, LEDs, circuit diagrams, and more. This rugged robot is built from a kit but also disassembles easily and can be used in multiple classes year after year.
Students use math and physical science concepts as they engage in the activities. Cross-curricular STEM lessons include reading, writing, math, and science. Students measure, use number lines, and use math during coding. They learn physical science properties of LEDs, light and sound waves, energy, communication, collecting data, and modeling for science. They use the engineering design process while creating applications. Standards alignment: CSTA, NGSS, ISTE, Math, ELA.Time to complete: 2 hours presentations (+ 1 hour lesson plan assignment)
Who this is for: Educators in grades 8 to 10 (classrooms, maker spaces, or clubs).
Skills you will gain: Introduction to Engineering Design, Coding, Electronics, and teaching STEM with a robot in middle to high school classrooms.Suggested Materials: (if you are doing the hands-on activities)
A Boe-Bot robot package (may be available from lending library)
Boe-Bot Curriculum Guide book (may be available from lending library)
A device for coding software such as a Chromebook or Laptop