My classroom is the largest in the school - the library. I see every student from preschool through 5th grade every week for checkout and lessons, with each session lasting forty-five minutes. This time is often devoted to projects which allow students to explore different subjects and content areas.
Our school is an elementary school specializing in environmental science.
For many students, school is the only place they can access technology and other learning materials.
Our student population is inquisitive, and I like to find activities which challenge their minds. They love to explore and find answers, and hands-on exploration is a huge bonus for these students. By finding what sparks their interest, we can work to solidify a love of learning and self motivation for future success.
My Project
With Lego WeDo 2.0, I am inviting young children to explore robotics, engineering, and programming. Through collaboration and investigating basic engineering projects, students will develop critical thinking skills through problem solving and design.
Robotic Engineering introduces elementary students to robotics and sparks curiosity through science technology exploration.
Beginning with basic programming lessons, students will build a robot and program it to complete different tasks. The basic engineering projects not only teach students engineering and programming, but also other scientific principles, such as life cycles, recycling, physics, etc.
By allowing students to explore and create with robotics and practice engineering in a hands-on manner, students are building a foundation for future skills needed to excel in our rapidly changing world. My hope is that after their experiences with robotic engineering, students will become increasingly interested in technology and science and continue to be curious.
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