Topic
Robotics
20 posts.
Exploring Robotics as a Model for the Human Nervous System
Today in neuroscience class, I introduced the students to an EV3 robotic input-output system, aiming to draw parallels between robotics and the human nervous system. I set up the robot with three...
Robotics for Social Good: 'Bomb Squad' Simulation
Robotics for Social Good: 'Bomb Squad' Simulation
Robot Olympic: A Simplified Robotics Experience for New Learners
Over the past two weeks I had the opportunity to develop and teach an elective class to expose students with no prior knowledge in Robotics to basic engineering and program via the Intersession...
My Entire Distance Learning Curriculum Resources for the Fall Semester
Sharing links to all recent distance learning resources
Current Thoughts on Distance Learning Science Engagement
Four current strategies on science pedagogy in the distance learning setting.
Distance Learning Robotics is Possible! (Edison is King)
Using Edison to teach robotics during the COVD-19 Pandemic in a distance learning format.
What is Robotics? A Curricular Challenge
What is Robotics? A Curricular Challenge - This is the third year that I am teaching a course titled 'Introduction to Robotics'. Click here to read more.
Arduino Camp Day 1: The Microbit
Campers spent day 1 using the Microbit to learn the basics of interfacing physical hardware with coding. Campers worked through a series of modules, leading to their own invention that they will...
Soccer & STEM Camp Day 1: Gearing
During Day 1 of the STEM portion of 'Soccer & STEM Camp', campers built ball pitching machine to experiment with the process of 'gearing up'. After building the same machine, campers were challenged..
Lego Robotics Day 5: Sumo Championship!
CYCLES OF LEARNING
Lego Robotics Day 3: Gearing Down!
Campers learned about 'Gearing Down' by beginning the process of building a 'King of the Hill' robot. Click here to learn more about competition specifics. See pictures of today's work below:
Lego Robotics Camp Day 1: Gearing Up!
Campers learned about 'Gearing Up' by building a device to shoot a plastic lego ball. Campers then applied their knowledge of gear ratios to a race begin the construction of a Drag Racing Robot....
Robotics Showcase 2017! (Why taking risks is legit)
Robotis, Social Justice, Service
Team Ellipse Launches this Saturday! (Sonoma Academy's FRC Rookie Robotics Team)
robotics, FRC
Public Products, PBL
Kickstarter as a PBL Public Product Model, Central to the PBL Cycle, is the 'Public Product' as a final showcase of learning. Read more @cycles of learning.
Comprehensive 'STEM' (DIY Titration Drop Counter)
Last week, in an effort to keep both my sections of Honors Chemistry moving at the same pace, I found myself with a day to spare in one section. Cycles of learning
DIY Arduino Leonardo MakeyMakey
CYCLES OF LEARNING
Assistive Technology Course Using Arduino & MakeyMakey: From Design to Delivery
CYCLES OF LEARNING
Authentic Audiences: Moving Beyond the Blog Post
Like many teachers, I have always struggled with making assessment meaningful for students. After reading Show Your Work by Austin Kleon I moved from student Google Doc lab reports in chemistry class.
Structured Space: littleBits-NXT Smash & the Robot Flamethrower.
CYCLES OF LEARNING