CardboardTronics and Microbits for educators
Here is a short summary of my workshop in cardboardtronics with teachers. Attached is the video recording and a link to the powerpoint download.
2020 presents new challenges in #CSed
2020 is a year of challenges for New Zealand schools embracing the new ‘Digital Technology curriculum integration’ initiative from the government. The challenge being most schools are not prepared for it. So what are the challenges? Of course, resources (both
RC Car hack using the Microbit and Motor Driver Shield
In one of my previous posts, I showed my toy truck modified with an Arduino Uno and a motor driver. It’s a great way to make use of what is usually working condition RC toys, but are chucked away because
My South Island Outreach!
Nelson Inspire – an annual 2 day maker workshop in South Island NZ. This annual event is hosted by Ministry of Inspiration, an educational company based in the south island of New Zealand. The two day event brings over 500
Micro:bit and Kitronik Buggy kit – User review
At $22 for a Micro:bit which has a Bluetooth, Accelerometer and capacitive touch sensors, I wouldn’t, for a moment, doubt its usefulness in a class as a learning resource. The web-based OS isn’t too bad either as you can program