Explore how physical computing with Micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade can develop student creativity and unlock powerful engagement with computer science. Participants will learn how to program these devices, as well as different curricula that can be used to incorporate these devices into semester or year-long dedicated computer science courses.
This workshop is designed for teachers with dedicated time for computer science, either as a special elective class or dedicated semester or year-long class. Each participant will obtain a kit with all devices and materials necessary to participate in the workshop.
This workshop is designed for teachers with dedicated time for computer science, either as a special elective class or dedicated semester or year-long class. Each participant will obtain a kit with all devices and materials necessary to participate in the workshop.
Explore how physical computing with Micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade can develop student creativity and unlock powerful engagement with computer science. Participants will learn how to program these devices, as well as different curricula that can be used to incorporate these devices into semester or year-long dedicated computer science courses.
Throughout this 5-day collaborative professional development full of instruction, discussion, application activities, planning, and reflection, participating teams will cover:
- Intro to Micro:bit hardware, building first programs/projects together
- Review Intro to CS curriculum (https://aka.ms/introCSedu)
- Hands-on activities building a series of projects (instructor-led together, individually, and in groups/pairs)
- Classroom management
- Intro to MakeCode Arcade and devices
- Hands-on activities building a series of games (instructor-led together, individually, and in groups/pairs)
- Build your own Lesson Plan & Projects
This workshop is designed for teachers with dedicated time for computer science, either as a special elective class or dedicated semester or year-long class. Each participant will obtain a kit with all devices and materials necessary to participate in the workshop.