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BBC Micro:bit
basics for Kids
The BBC Micro:bit
BBC Micro:bit is a pocket sized programmable electronics board that has built-in LEDs, a speaker and several sensors. BBC Micro:bit is a microcontroller and serves as the brain for many embedded systems. In many developed nations such as US, UK and Japan BBC Micro:bit is used by educators to teach coding, physical computing and robotics to young children.
Parts and Capabilities
The BBC Micro:bit has a 25 LED display arranged in a 5 x 5 matrix, two buttons, a speaker, several built-in sensors and can connect to and interact with external sensors, displays, motors and other devices through its Input/Output pins. It can be used to create all sorts of cool things from automations to robots to digital music instruments - the possibilities are endless.
The Coding Platform
The Microsoft Makecode coding platform has two visible areas. One area is the code editor where students can create the code either using code blocks or using text in python/Javascript programming language. In this course we use the beginner friendly drag and drop code blocks.
The second area is the Simulator area which has a virtual Microbit. Code created on the editor area are automatically run and tested on the virtual Microbit simulator.
Click on the buttons below the orange arrow to see how it works
First step to Robotics
When young students learn to program a Microbit, it will open up for them the field of robotics in a practical and hands-on manner. Understanding the use of a micro-controller like a Microbit will inspire students not only to learn to program a robot but also dive deeper into understanding science topics such as electronics, engineering and material science. This will help them build a creator mindset where they actively pursue making their own robots and gadgets.
Course Description
This course introduces students to the key STEM topics of physical computing and programming through project-based learning approach.
Students will first learn about the Microbit hardware, its built-in input-output devices such as sensors, buttons and LEDs. They will then learn how to use the Microsoft Makecode coding platform to create code that will make the Microbit function. They then execute a series of mentor guided projects that utilises the hardware features of the Micro:bit combined with the code they create with the Makecode platform to create useful and fun artefacts.
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Some sample student projects
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Other Details
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​Total 12 sessions of 90 minutes each
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Students will be assessed before admission to course
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No text books. Students learn through our online Learning Management System and mentor support
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