This site began when I decided to teach my son, Miles, the basics of robotics.
Having recently joined a home-school group, I wanted to open it up as a workshop for other kids who might be interested, too. Because really--who doesn't like robots?!?:)
The course will cover a brief outline of typical parts and software commonly used in robotics, brief overview of the history of robotics and computers, and even some basic algebra, kid-friendly physics and good design basics before we actually get to the build.
The "work" part of workshop will consist of a series of weekly units leading up to building an actual working robot at the end of the course. Each unit will have it's own set of online games and activities that workshop participants can use to get ready for the 'hands-on" bit at the end. Students will be responsible forplaying the games...I mean, completing the assignments, on their own. These won't be graded, of course, but it is important that everyone have fun...I mean, learn the basics, so they will be ready and can get the most out of the experience when the time comes.
There will be two levels to thegames and activities...I mean, course work. There will be Level 1 for ages 6-9, and Level 2 for ages 10 and up. The level coincide with the levels on the kit, and each kid will get to pick which bot from the kit they want to build on build day. Go check it out, watch the video and get ready to have fun!
Be sure to sign up for "follow via email" so that you get a notification when the new units are made available! (Upper right of the page)
The first unit will be posted tomorrow--SPOILER ALERT! It's going to be about "simple machines."
Having recently joined a home-school group, I wanted to open it up as a workshop for other kids who might be interested, too. Because really--who doesn't like robots?!?:)
The course will cover a brief outline of typical parts and software commonly used in robotics, brief overview of the history of robotics and computers, and even some basic algebra, kid-friendly physics and good design basics before we actually get to the build.
The "work" part of workshop will consist of a series of weekly units leading up to building an actual working robot at the end of the course. Each unit will have it's own set of online games and activities that workshop participants can use to get ready for the 'hands-on" bit at the end. Students will be responsible for
There will be two levels to the
Be sure to sign up for "follow via email" so that you get a notification when the new units are made available! (Upper right of the page)
The first unit will be posted tomorrow--SPOILER ALERT! It's going to be about "simple machines."
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