This set of BBC micro:bit activities is perfect for furthering micro:bit knowledge for students (grades 6–12) who have already mastered the beginning functions. These activities expand physical computing and coding through hands-on, engaging projects. These activities are ideal for a STEM unit, coding unit, or stand alone computer science classes.
Target Audience: 6-12
- Activity 1 (Grades 6-12): micro:bit + MakeCode – Get the lay of the land with this introduction and review of the MakeCode platform.
- Activity 2 (Grades 6-12): Introduction to micro:bit Data Logging – This activity introduces data logging and provides a selection of activities to practice data logging with the BBC micro:bit. Students will program the micro:bit to collect data and display it, enabling them to explore concepts like data logging, measurement, and coding.
- Activity 3 (Grades 6-12): Introduction to micro:bit Create AI – This activity introduces the new AI tool from micro:bit called micro:bit CreateAI, and introduces educators to how this tool works in general and highlights three BBC micro:bit lesson plans to use this tool.
