
Robotics And Coding
Erasmus' "Robotics & Coding" course equips you with the skills to ignite student engagement and revolutionize STEM learning. Dive into coding basics, build & program robots, and design engaging tech-driven lessons. Overcome challenges, ensure inclusivity, and empower students to innovate!
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Description
Day 1: Code Foundations
- Unleash code's power for education & student engagement.
- Explore diverse languages, from Scratch to Python.
- Build your coding toolkit with loops, conditionals, & more.
- Write your first lines of code (yay!) and discuss subject integration.
Day 2: Programming Dive
- Deepen your grasp of specific languages like Scratch or Python.
- Hone skills through engaging exercises, building exciting programs & games.
- Design & build a maze game in Scratch! Discover fun & effective teaching strategies.
- Explore computational thinking through code, breaking down problems step-by-step.
Day 3: Robotics in Education
- Witness how robotics boosts STEM learning & student engagement.
- Understand different educational robotics kits, your tools for bringing robots to life.
- Grasp core principles: sensors gather information, actuators perform actions, controllers tell them what to do.
- Assemble simple robots in a hands-on session, feeling the satisfaction of creation.
- Brainstorm creative ideas for incorporating robotics into your teaching, from building moon rovers to simulating ecosystems.
Days 4-6: Advanced Exploration
- Push your skills & creativity to new heights in the worlds of coding & robotics.
- Program robots to navigate mazes, follow lines, or even sense & respond to their environment.
- Design & develop an educational game or application, combining coding with your passion.
- Tackle advanced concepts like recursion & object-oriented programming, expanding your coding vocabulary.
- Work in groups to design a complex robotic system for educational purposes, collaborating to solve real-world challenges.
Day 7: Curriculum Integration & Future Trends
- Create a comprehensive plan for integrating robotics & coding into your curriculum, making STEM come alive in your classroom.
- Present your projects & lesson plans, sharing your newfound knowledge & inspiration.
- Discover future trends in robotics & coding education, staying ahead of the curve.
Learning objectives
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
- Understand Basic Principles of Coding: Educators will gain foundational knowledge in coding, including understanding various programming languages and fundamental coding concepts like algorithms, loops, and conditional statements.
- Learn Robotics Integration in Education: The course aims to equip teachers with skills to integrate robotics into the classroom, emphasizing its application in teaching various subjects and enhancing STEM education.
- Develop Curriculum and Lesson Plans: Participants will learn how to design curriculum and lesson plans that effectively incorporate robotics and coding, making these subjects accessible and engaging for students.
- Foster Problem-Solving and Creativity: Educators will explore methods to use robotics and coding projects to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration among students.
- Overcome Challenges in Tech Integration: The course will address challenges in integrating technology into education, such as resource limitations and ensuring inclusivity and equitable access.
- Hands-On Experience with Robotics Kits: Participants will gain practical experience with educational robotics kits, learning how to build, program, and use them as teaching tools.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
- Proficiency in Basic Coding: Educators will demonstrate proficiency in basic coding principles and the ability to teach these skills to students.
- Effective Use of Robotics in Teaching: Teachers will be adept at using robotics as a tool to enhance learning across various subjects, particularly in STEM education.
- Skills in Curriculum Development: Participants will develop the ability to create and implement engaging lesson plans that include robotics and coding activities.
- Promotion of Collaborative Learning: Educators will foster an environment that encourages teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking through technology-based projects.
- Navigating Technological Challenges.
Methodology & assessment
Build coding foundations: Dive into Scratch, Python, & JavaScript (loops, algorithms, conditionals). Hands-on activities fire up your coding confidence.
Explore programming languages: Go deep with specific languages, crafting programs & games. Master teaching strategies, foster computational thinking.
Unleash robotics in education: Assemble simple robots, grasp core principles (sensors, actuators, controllers). Brainstorm creative ways to ignite student engagement.
Command & control robots: Program robots with basic structures, solve challenges through workshops & project-based learning. Collaboratively design lessons, conquer teaching robotics hurdles.
Tackle advanced coding: Push boundaries with complex concepts & structures. Develop educational games & applications, master debugging & integration into your curriculum.
Build intricate robotic systems: Design & program complex robots with advanced challenges. Integrate sensors & interactive components, explore real-world problem-solving applications.
Assessment:
Refine skills with feedback: Develop project plans & lesson designs, receive continuous peer input. Seamlessly integrate robotics & coding into your curriculum.
Prove your robotics mastery: Demonstrate proficiency in handling & teaching robotics kits. Confidently apply your knowledge in the classroom.
Cultivate collaboration: Foster teamwork, problem-solving, & creativity through technology-based projects. Ensure effective integration of collaborative learning methods.
Showcase your journey: Present individual & group projects, reflect on growth & set goals for future development in this dynamic field.
Stay ahead of the curve: Engage in discussions about continuous professional development opportunities in robotics & coding. Be equipped for ongoing growth & mastery.
Ignite your own passion, ignite your students' future! This immersive course transforms your classroom into a launchpad for innovation.
Certification details
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION & EUROPASS MOBILITY DOCUMENT
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:80Euro
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherICT CoordinatorNot-for-profit / NGO staff
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Learning time:25 hours or more
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