cyber:bot with Python and micro:bit Three-session Educators Workshop (April 4, 6, 8, 2022) – FULL

This workshop is over the YouTube recordings for each session are available below.

Gear up for hands-on robotics in your classroom with the cyber:bot. This  robotics kit combines a complete curriculum, the Python language interpreter and micro:bit controller, a browser-based programming environment (no FERPA/COPPA compliance or IT staff requests), and the support of our partner cyber.org. The strengths of this robot are in Python coding, robotics, cybersecurity, wireless control, and electronic circuit building. Educators view the cyber:bot as a path forward with relevant industry skills. Designed with high school in mind, this program adapts well to middle school and college too.

Course activities:

• Set up your micro:bit module programming connection and write some practice scripts
• Write Python scripts to calibrate and control the robot’s servo motors
• Assemble your cyber:bot robot
• Connect sensor circuits and write scripts for autonomous robot navigation
• Survey the student and educator resources including the cyber:bot and cybersecurity tutorials and assessment materials

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. To those accepted, we will email approvals, send you the hardware kit free of charge, and email a link to sign up for the Zoom sessions.  There will be three 1.5 hour Zoom sessions, with brief homework assigned before each session.  Afterwards, an 8-hour certificate of completion will be available upon request.

Questions?

If you aren’t sure if this class is right for you, contact us via education@parallax.com, or call the Educator Hotline at (916) 701-8625. Tell us about your needs and ask us your questions.