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Robotics and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners

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I absolutely love all of the new robotics toys that have been coming out for elementary age learners. One of my gifted girls noted, “Where do all of these robots come from?” ” I usually use them for an hour per week with my two groups of gifted learners. My robotics-type devices include: Sphero.

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6 Must-have Skills for New Tech Teachers Plus Two Extra

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Can you please-please-please fix my iPad? Use your iPhone as a timer for a speed test or the iPad for reading. This can be via iPads, the class computers, or whatever is available. Listen to your group. It’s why robots can’t replace teachers, so embrace chaos. Let me start by saying: Don’t worry.

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5 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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Let’s reinforce that goal by stepping away from the digital device, recognize that critical thinking and problem-solving apply to any part of life, even without a computer, iPad, or smartphone in hand. The second student (called a robot) takes those directions and follows them exactly to see if they can do what is asked.

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12 Tools to explore during Computer Science Week

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CoderZ is a cloud-based option where students can code 3D robots. Some of the courses available are broken into age groups and include options such as CoderZ Adventure for ages 6 through 10, Robotics 101 which is a self-paced program for students ages 11 through 14, and Python gym for students ages 15 and older.

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6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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Let’s reinforce that goal by stepping away from digital device, recognize that these skills — critical thinking and problem-solving — apply to any part of life, even without a computer, iPad, or smartphone in hand. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code. Build Your Own Apps.

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15 Unusual Projects for Hour of Code

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Human robot. IPads call these hotkeys. If you have IPads, try Stick Nodes. Let students scan these with their iPads or another digital device to find out more about their new classmates. Here are some of my favorite unplugged activities: Human Robot. Coding with pixel art. Human algorithm. Wolfram Alpha widgets.

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Need a New Job? Here’s What You Do

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Discuss not just your years of experience, but the student groups you’ve taught, the philosophies you’ve followed (such as IB or Common Core), parent needs met, pedagogy you’ve rolled out, teacher groups you’ve led, and more. Also mention the add-ons you can use such as robotics, Arduino, or 3D printing. .

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