STEM and Computational Thinking: LEGO robotics, drones and video games
Designed to take the teaching of computational thinking to the next level through the immersive and practical experience of the proposed activities. You will acquire specific skills that will allow you to design creative and motivating activities for your students.
Description
- LEGO Robotics: Develops Creativity and Problem Solving
In the exciting world of LEGO Robotics, your students will develop crucial skills for the 21st century. This module will immerse you in teaching programming through the creation and programming of Lego robots. As your students design, build, and program robots to complete real tasks, they will be developing problem solving, logic, and critical thinking skills. - Drones: High-flying education
In the age of technology, drones are more than toys; they are powerful educational tools. In this module, you will learn how to use drones as teaching tools in a variety of disciplines, while gaining hands-on skills and being inspired by emerging technologies. - Video Games: Learn by Playing, Teach by Playing
Video games are the gateway to computational thinking. In this module, you will explore how to design and develop your own educational video games. It's not just about playing, it's about creating immersive learning experiences. You will learn how
Learning objectives
- Train teachers to promote computational thinking in their students, developing skills such as problem solving, logicand algorithmic reasoning.
- Provide participants with the skills necessary to effectively integrate technology, including Lego robots, drones and video games, into their curriculum.
- Provide teachers with the knowledge to design and create educational projects that promote creativity and innovation.
- Help participants acquire strong digital skills, including programming, game design and drone operation.
- Provide the tools that allow teachers to prepare their students to face the challenges of the 21st century with confidence.
- Encourage collaboration between teachers from different countries, allowing them to share good practices, innovative approaches and diverse perspectives to enrich their teaching.
Methodology & assessment
With more than two decades of classroom experience, our team has designed each of our Erasmus+ courses with immense dedication, care and creativity. These values, along with our commitment to teamwork and innovative educational methodologies, are fundamental to us, creating an environment in which every teacher finds the training and inspiration needed to enrich their pedagogical approach.
As training providers in the Erasmus+ program, we are proud to promote through our trainings the principles of inclusion, attention to diversity, innovation and educational excellence.
We invite you to join us on a journey of discovery, where your passion for teaching meets the values of Meraki and the transformative vision of Erasmus+.
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
We provide LEGO material necessary for the activities.
Educational material and resources to carry out cooperative and creative activities.
It is recommended that each participant bring their own laptop or tablet. We have devices available in case this is not possible.
A guided tour to get to know the surroundings is included.
Certification details
Certificate of attendance and learning agreement
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
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Course package content:
Materials needed for the activities, certificate of attendance and learning agreement.
We will enjoy together a free mid-morning coffee and a free guided tour one afternoon visiting the surroundings (Ferrolterra or Santiago de Compostela).
We can offer you a discount bonus for meals and accommodation in a nearby hotel if you wish.
You can send us an email to info@merakieducation.eu and we will help you with any other questions about the course and the proposed activities (Surf, Paddle Surf, Museums
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
In case of force majeure, duly justified, the amount will be reimbursed provided that notice is given at least 15 days prior to the starting date.
In case of shorter notice, the place will be reserved for another date. -
Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
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 Coordinator
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Learning time:25 hours or more
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