This module delves into the world of Microbit programming, providing students with hands-on experience in creating games, sensor graphs, and IoT networks. Teachers should encourage students to experiment with different functionalities of the Microbit, such as button inputs, sensors, and radio communication. Group work is encouraged in some lessons to foster collaboration. Teachers should guide students through the coding process, ensuring understanding, and facilitate discussions on project improvements to stimulate critical and creative thinking.
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Microbit Sounds Quiz Challenge

Higher or Lower Game Quiz Challenge

Microbit Paddle Ball Quiz Challenge

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

  1. Develop proficiency in creating interactive games using Microbit programming.
  2. Understand and utilise various sensors on the Microbit for different applications.
  3. Gain skills in creating multi-device IoT networks using Microbits.
  4. Master the use of Microbit's radio feature for sending and receiving messages.
  5. Enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills through programming challenges.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Develop a simple guessing game using Microbit, incorporating variables, button inputs, and game logic.
  2. Investigate and understand the functionality of different sensors on the Microbit.
  3. Create a time-based game on Microbit, enhancing precision and timing skills.
  4. Utilise a Microbit to control a Scratch Paddle Ball game, demonstrating understanding of motion sensors.
  5. Program a multi-device IoT network using Microbits, monitoring and displaying various environmental factors.
  6. Enable communication between two Microbits using radio messages, demonstrating understanding of wireless communication.
  7. Develop a motion-based game using the accelerometer on the Microbit.
  8. Create a Microbit-based 'Invaders' game, applying advanced programming skills.

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
Chromebook/Laptop/PC
Required Equipment

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

Microbit
Microbit

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