What are BBC Micro:bit’s?
BBC Micro:bits are tiny handheld programmable micro-computers wildly used in schools around the world. They can be coded from any web browser in Blocks, Javascript, Python, Scratch and more!
Find out more: https://microbit.org/guide/
Micro:bits are the perfect choice for school workshops, in fact, many schools will already have them in stock and on their syllabus. They can be coded using a simple drag and drop interface right in your browser and uploaded to the micro:bit with a standard micro USB cable.
Our Micro:Bit Workshops
Our micro:bit sessions involve step by step instructions for you and your students to follow. Each mini session will take around 15-30 minutes and work best when several are combined to create a 1-2 hour session. This shows the students that wide variety of fun things that a micro;bit can be used for.
Micro:Bit Beginner Bundle
Difficulty: Beginner
Length: 1 – 2 Hours
The Micro:Bit Biginner Bundle contains all 3 beginner workshops:
Name Tag
Difficulty: Beginner
Length: 15 – 30 Minutes
Introduce your students to Micro:Bits with the easy Name Tag session. This is the perfect session to demonstrate how to create and load code onto the Micro:Bit.
Rock, Paper, Scissors
Difficulty: Beginner
Length: 30 Minutes
Create a game of rock, paper, scissors using key programming concepts such as IF statements and random number generators.
Send Messages
Difficulty: Beginner
Length: 30 Minutes
Using the Micro:Bit radio functionality, show your students how to send messages across the classroom.
We are new, so we love to hear feedback! If you have any ideas, comments or concerns, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you…