Robotics in D&T using crumble and micro:bit SL802 / YA01
Summary
If you're a primary teacher or subject leader, you can't afford to miss this engaging two-day course introducing you to the exciting world of robotics!
Using low-cost equipment, you'll identify how to run low-cost robotics in your school. You'll explore hands-on activities using the BBC micro: bit and Crumble Controller, gaining practical skills to integrate robotics into your classroom. You'll look at how robotics links to primary D&T and computing and cross-curricular learning opportunities.
Hands-on activities include: Exploring the basics of robotics using micro: bit and the Crumble microcontroller, looking at components, sensors, and programming
Building and programming robots using servos, motors, and other accessible materials
Exploring collaborative challenges, which involve navigating robots around obstacles or following set tasks
Who is it for?
D&T subject leader, primary computing subject leader
What topics are covered?
This course covers:
- Robotics in D&T using crumble and micro:bit
- Introduction to Robotics
- How to use the micro:bit and Crumble Controller
- The basics of robotics (components, sensors, and programming) using micro:bit and Crumble
- Building and programming robots using servos, motors, and other accessible materials
- Collaborative challenges involving navigating robots around obstacles or following set tasks
- How to align robotics activities with the primary Design & Technology (D&T) curriculum
How will you learn?
High impact, high quality residential CPD at our National STEM Learning Centre in York - delivered by experts - which will transform your teaching practice, and also give you the chance to meet colleagues from across the UK in person. Fantastic on site accommodation and delicious food is included too.
How long is this course?
2 days
Who is the course leader?
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Rachel Jackson
I am a primary specialist, based at STEM learning in York. As a primary specialist, I have different areas of interest within the STEM subjects. I...
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Outcomes
By the end of the course, you'll:
- Feel confident using the micro: bit and Crumble for robotics projects.
- Understand how to align robotics activities with the primary D&T curriculum.
- Be equipped to inspire young learners through engaging, hands-on robotics experiences
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Robotics in D&T using crumble and micro:bit | 27 February 2025 | 10:30-17:30 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 2 Robotics in D&T using crumble and micro:bit | 28 February 2025 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£720.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
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