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Science exploration with the micro:bit (35 mins)
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Introduces how to use the BBC micro:bit as an effective tool to support hands-on science investigations in your classroom. It highlights four engaging, practical science investigations that you can take back to your classroom.
Free
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Let's talk about ... computing fundamentals (40 mins)
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Introduces a number of key terms in computing and computational thinking. It highlights what these terms mean, ways to explore them in your classroom and how they connect with things you already know.
Free
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Applying design thinking (30 mins)
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Shows you how design thinking can help when tackling creative challenges with your learners. It uses examples aligned with the United Nation's Global Goals, to bring the content to life.
Free
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Practical tips for teachers using the BBC micro:bit (30 mins)
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Introduces the basics of what you need to get started teaching with the micro:bit, some practical suggestions and top tips for getting the most from your lesson time.
Free
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Introducing Python & the micro:bit (15 mins)
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Introduces our Python Editor that helps learners to write code for the BBC micro:bit. We will highlight all the great features in our editor that support you and your learners to code the micro:bit successfully using Python.
Free
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First lessons with MakeCode and the micro:bit (40 mins)
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Introduces a sequence of six projects that are perfect to introduce your learners to coding on the micro:bit using Microsoft MakeCode.
Free
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Meet the tiny computer (35 mins)
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Introduces the BBC micro:bit and how it is the ideal tool for teaching computational thinking and computing in a creative way. It explores the main input and output features on the micro:bit, specifically the buttons and the LED display.
Free
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Introduction to design thinking (30 mins)
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Introduces design thinking as a framework to explore digital creativity in the classroom. It encourages learners to think about the challenges people experience and to develop solutions to help them.
Free
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Introducing loops (30 mins)
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Uses the micro:bit to show how loops repeat sets of instructions to make your code do more. We explain the difference between infinite and numbered loops with practical examples.
Free