2019 OCSTA Spring Conference – Lego Robotics
LEGO Robotics
Are you interested in Robotics possibilities for your students? Using the popular LEGO system we will learn how to build simple robotic systems, including programming and access to various contests. This proven curriculum is best suited for grades 4 – 8 but has also been used in high schools with outstanding results. The JFLL and FLL Robotics contests will be explained and explored. The instructor has extensive experience teaching LEGO robotics both during the school day and in afterschool environments. Note that although the FLL competition is for grades 4-9, the LEGO robotics kits can be used for engaged learning K-12 and beyond. To cover the range of participants experience with LEGO robotics, we will offer 2 concurrent levels to this workshop. Please register for the workshop which fits your level of experience.
Level 1, Programming
This level is for beginners with little to no prior experience. You will learn to program the motors, touch sensor, light sensor, and make music. You will accomplish a host of tasks and make a remote control robot and a line follower robot. The curriculum works really well with both in school and out of school groups. You will use web based supports that your students can easily access. Sensors and controls are everywhere around us. Learn how to engage your students with this exciting technology. We will discuss how LEGO parts can be used to help accomplish various standards and bring practical applications to your classroom.
Level 2, Mechanical
You will build and program a series of LEGO mechanical apparatus that, combined with motors or sensors, allow us to accomplish tasks. We will start with grippers and then do lifting as well as a variety of other mechanical movements. Good programming skills with motors, touch sensors, and light sensors are required. We will also build propulsion systems with wheels and treads as well as explore a variety of simple machines that can be built with LEGO. The curriculum is designed to work well in both a robotics course or in an after school setting. These activities apply simple machines and easily integrate into math and science standards.
Venue and Registration
George Fox University, Newberg, OR, March 16, 2019
