Microbit Adventures

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This module introduces students to the versatile world of programmable microcomputers through hands-on projects. Learners will explore coding fundamentals, create interactive applications, and experiment with sensors and circuits. From building games to designing practical tools, the lessons foster creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills in an engaging, practical environment.

Meet the Microbit	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Light Clapper	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Step Counter	Quiz	Challenge
Sound level	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Fruit and Veg Piano	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Compass and Thermometer	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Hot Potatoe	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Lab

This module introduces students to the versatile world of programmable microcomputers through hands-on projects. Learners will explore coding fundamentals, create interactive applications, and experiment with sensors and circuits. From building games to designing practical tools, the lessons foster creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills in an engaging, practical environment.

Meet the Microbit	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Light Clapper	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Step Counter	Quiz	Challenge
Sound level	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Fruit and Veg Piano	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Compass and Thermometer	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Hot Potatoe	Quiz	Challenge
Microbit Lab

Curriculum Mapping

See exactly how this course maps to official curriculum specifications

NCCA STE Education Specification (2025)

Curriculum Area

Outcomes

Nature of STEM

S1.3.1

Living things

S2.3.1 S2.3.2 S2.3.3

Materials

S3.3.1 S3.3.2

Energy and forces

S4.3.1 S4.3.2 S4.3.3

Technology

S5.3.1 S5.3.2

Engineering

S6.3.1

The curriculum does not include official reference codes for individual learning outcomes, so we have assigned a code scheme to make it easier to identify and track coverage.

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

Understand and utilise the basic functions of a microbit, including creating a new project and writing code.
Develop skills to use the microphone in a microbit for detecting sound and creating light effects.
Apply the accelerometer feature in a microbit to create a step counter.
Use the sensors in a microbit to create a compass, thermometer, and sound level detector.
Design and execute a unique microbit project, demonstrating creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.

Learning Outcomes

Program a microbit to display messages, react to button presses, and show a happy face.
Utilise the microphone in a microbit to detect clapping and turn on lights.
Convert a microbit into a pedometer to count and display steps.
Transform a microbit into a sound level detector using its built-in microphone.
Conduct electricity through the body and fruits to make a microbit play music.
Program a microbit to function as a compass and thermometer using its built-in sensors.
Create a 'Hot Potato' game using a microbit and its countdown feature.
Brainstorm, design, and execute a simple microbit project in a team, demonstrating creativity and teamwork.

What You'll Need

Student Devices

Students will need one of these devices. Students can share in groups of 2-3 if necessary.

Chromebook/Laptop/PC

Required Equipment

Equipment used in some of the lessons in this course. Items can be shared among students.

Crocodile clips

Microbit

Some fruit & vegetables