Micro:Bits Exploration
1. Read information below and watch the video (10 minutes)
Have you ever heard of this under $20 dollar computer that has multiple sensors, outputs and some amazing classroom possibilities? You have come to the right place to learn more!
Whether you are starting your micro:bit journey or an experienced educator there’s something for you here. Test out theirr curriculum materials using the MakeCode and Python editors, or if you’re just starting out, you can use their Quick Start Guide to get coding in minutes.
The Micro:bit Educational Foundation is a not-for-profit. It's in their Mission Statement to enable and inspire all children to participate in the digital world, with particular focus on girls and those from disadvantaged groups. We make micro:bit the easiest and most effective learning tool for digital skills and creativity.
They regularly commission academic research to check if we are achieving our mission. Results have been very positive.
Watch the video below to learn more about what the Micro:bit actually is!
Have you ever heard of this under $20 dollar computer that has multiple sensors, outputs and some amazing classroom possibilities? You have come to the right place to learn more!
Whether you are starting your micro:bit journey or an experienced educator there’s something for you here. Test out theirr curriculum materials using the MakeCode and Python editors, or if you’re just starting out, you can use their Quick Start Guide to get coding in minutes.
The Micro:bit Educational Foundation is a not-for-profit. It's in their Mission Statement to enable and inspire all children to participate in the digital world, with particular focus on girls and those from disadvantaged groups. We make micro:bit the easiest and most effective learning tool for digital skills and creativity.
They regularly commission academic research to check if we are achieving our mission. Results have been very positive.
Watch the video below to learn more about what the Micro:bit actually is!
Now take a moment to discover the following two areas.
Read this information to see what the Micro:Bit features are all about. Then take a moment to explore some of the possibilities. Do not go to deep... we will get to this later.
Read this information to see what the Micro:Bit features are all about. Then take a moment to explore some of the possibilities. Do not go to deep... we will get to this later.
2. Let's Code (15 minutes)
Let's learn about Micro:Bits coding with Microsoft's Block Coding. We will watch to videos and then go to the site to start programming. You will be able to do this with... or without a Micro:Bit
The below video will show you:
1. On Start Block
2. Show LED Block
3. Loop Block (The one we will use it tutorials is even easier since it is a Loop Forever Block
These will get you ready for a very simple tutorial you will then do.
Let's learn about Micro:Bits coding with Microsoft's Block Coding. We will watch to videos and then go to the site to start programming. You will be able to do this with... or without a Micro:Bit
The below video will show you:
1. On Start Block
2. Show LED Block
3. Loop Block (The one we will use it tutorials is even easier since it is a Loop Forever Block
These will get you ready for a very simple tutorial you will then do.
You are now ready to go to the tutorial. Here is the link. Start with the Heart... if you wish to do more give some others a try. If you have a Micro:Bit hook it up. If not... there will be a simulator on your screen.
If you wish to know how to connect you Micro:Bit to a device then start with this page. Follow directions and the go to the Make Code Editor and you can choose the Heart Tutorial.
There are also editors for Python, Swift, Scratch, and Kodu
If you wish to know how to connect you Micro:Bit to a device then start with this page. Follow directions and the go to the Make Code Editor and you can choose the Heart Tutorial.
There are also editors for Python, Swift, Scratch, and Kodu
3. Visit the Micro:Bit Teach Page ( 5 - 10 Minutes)
Take a look at this amazing page. First watch the video, then look at the research. Finally explore the content areas and the various Micro:Bit Programs. Enjoy!
Take a look at this amazing page. First watch the video, then look at the research. Finally explore the content areas and the various Micro:Bit Programs. Enjoy!
4. Micro:Bit and Scratch (10 - 45 minutes)
You can use Mico:Bit with Scratch. This activity is optional.... you may want to go to step 5. If you wish to take a Scratch Exploration then click here. If you already know Scratch then proceed.
Learn about all third party editors including Scratch. You can also look at Scratch Material at Micro:Bit. You can explore this page which talks about how to connect Micro:Bit to Scratch. Here is a blog that explains the process.
You may wish to start with the two videos below!
Link to the Code Simulator described.
You can use Mico:Bit with Scratch. This activity is optional.... you may want to go to step 5. If you wish to take a Scratch Exploration then click here. If you already know Scratch then proceed.
Learn about all third party editors including Scratch. You can also look at Scratch Material at Micro:Bit. You can explore this page which talks about how to connect Micro:Bit to Scratch. Here is a blog that explains the process.
You may wish to start with the two videos below!
Link to the Code Simulator described.
5. Micro:Bit more Classroom Idea (10 - 45 minutes)
Micro:Bit has some great ideas and connections for you to explore on their Idea Web Page. You can also check out some of the latest ideas on You Tube. Last, take a look at this video to provide even more insight for possible classroom use.
Micro:Bit has some great ideas and connections for you to explore on their Idea Web Page. You can also check out some of the latest ideas on You Tube. Last, take a look at this video to provide even more insight for possible classroom use.