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Looking for a Class Robot? Try Robo Wunderkind

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There are a lot of options if you want to bring programmable robots to your classroom. It is a build-a-robot kit designed to introduce children ages six and up to coding and robotics as well as the fun of problem-solving and creative thinking. How to get started. But don’t be confused. What is Robo Wunderkind.

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How to Select a Complete Digital Education Solution Provider

ViewSonic Education

The most important factors to consider are the type of software and hardware offered by the provider and how they can benefit your classroom. Keep reading to make sure you have the know-how on how to maximum your provider and don’t forget to check out ViewSonic’s education solution page to learn even more. .

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Robotics and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners

User Generated Education

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?” My robotics-type devices include: Sphero. Jimu Robot. Finch Robot. Dash and Dot. littleBits: Gizmos and Gadgets; Arduino.

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10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects

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Human robot. By fifth grade, students appreciate technology for how it can speed up their class projects and seek out ways to use it to make their educational journey easier. Click here for more detail and a how-to video. Here’s how to create one on PCs: Click Start. IPads call these hotkeys. Human Robot.

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

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Now, you will be on a pedestal, colleague’s necks craned upward as they ask , How do I get the class screen to work? Can you please-please-please fix my iPad? They know they must, but don’t like it, don’t know how to do it, and don’t see why it’s so important. And for the teachers, also.

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6 Digital tools that encourage computational thinking

Neo LMS

The internet is full of valuable resources that teach you how to include computational thinking in the learning process, so I’ve collected six of the most used platforms with complex materials and guidelines to support educators: Scratch. Kodable is available to download on iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) and desktops.

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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. If you’re wondering how squishy dough can conduct electricity, watch this 4-minute TED Talk. Here’s a quick video.

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