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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. If I were to rate myself with robotics, I might be closer to a 5 than a 10.

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10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects

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Human robot. Human Robot. Programming a human robot is an unplugged approach to coding that is also a great way to teach sequencing–a critical skill for coding. Ask a student (or several) to explain required steps using another teacher as the ‘robot’. Coding with pixel art. Human algorithm. Wolfram Alpha widgets.

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5 Practical applications of IoT in the classroom

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Standalone VR headsets don’t require additional mobile devices and offer a fully immersive VR experience. LocoRobo helps students learn about robotics and coding and design Python, Java, JS, or C apps faster. Read more: How teachers can use smart boards in the classroom. VR headsets. Wrapping up.

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3 Fun Tech Classroom Projects for Summer

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This app introduces young kids to the concepts of coding and problem solving in a playful setting by guiding a robot through increasingly challenging puzzles. Your role as an educator in fostering their passion for coding is just as vital as the resources themselves. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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15 Unusual Projects for Hour of Code

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Human robot. This is so simple, you’re going to love it: Open the QR Code reader on your phone or mobile device. The recipient will automatically have it on their mobile device–no worries about losing it. Here are some of my favorite unplugged activities: Human Robot. Coding with pixel art. Human algorithm.

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Top 5 Reasons Why Kids Should Learn Python

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Highly Versatile, driving up its Cross-Industry Appeal: Python is being used in different types of environments such as mobile applications, desktop applications, web development, hardware programming, and many more. It also helps that there is no shortage of learning resources today – both online and offline.

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eSchool News launches innovative Robotics Guide for educators

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We are excited to bring you the very first in a series of eSchool News Guides , which are full of resources, tips, trends, and insight from industry experts on a variety of topics that are essential to the classroom, school, and district. In the guide, we take a look at resources to make robotics instruction a bit more manageable.