Introduction to Computing Using micro:bit

This course provides an engaging introduction for learners of all ages to the micro:bit and its coding interface.

 

The course introduces all the MakeCode blocks and explains how to combine them to solve problems.

 

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Course Aim

This course introduces learners to the key STEM topics of physical computing, sensors, programming and Internet of Things (IoT) through project-based learning. Learners are immersed in a series of projects which involve rapid team-based development of a solution to meet specified criteria. These sprints of project-based work are interspersed with theory lessons that cover the core concepts necessary for the following projects.

 

Course Structure

Introduction to Computing with micro:bit (lessons 1-6)

  • Course introduction and name badge project
  • Intro to IoT
  • Algorithms
  • Binary and LEDs
  • Micro:math project (2 lessons)

 

Sensors and Radio Communication (lessons 7-12)

  • Sensors and selection
  • Radio communication and Ciphers
  • Rock, paper scissors
  • Making music iteratively
  • The micro:pet project

 

Internet of Things on micro:bit (lessons 13-24)

  • Making a digital compass
  • The future of technology
  • Smart cities project (2 lessons)
  • Representing text and images in binary
  • Representing sound
  • Tree protector
  • Text based programming languages
  • Search algorithms
  • Sorting algorithms
  • IoT project (2 lessons)
 

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