Professional Learning & Innovation Center

Programmable Robotics

Kopernik Observatory & Science Cengter

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PROGRAMMABLE ROBOTICS USING LEGO EDUCATION "WE DO"

Grades 2-5

Kopernik educators utilize LEGOs to introduce the technology of gears and motors in an engaging project called “Dancing Birds”. Classes of up to 24 students will work in pairs using WeDo mini-kits to follow directions and construct their models. Students will also learn introductory coding to program their birds to move. Lego WeDo software download is necessary to “plug-in” computers.

Learning Standards for Science: PS2 Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions:
3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object
3-PS2-2. Make observations and/or measurements of an object’s motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.

Learning Standards for Engineering:
K-2-ETS1-1. Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.
K-2-ETS1-2. Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.
3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.
3-5-ETS1-2. Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

Learning Standards for Common Core English Language Arts:
• Asking and Answering Questions
• Communicating Information and Ideas
• Engaging in Argument from Evidence
• Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

Cost: $12.00 per student

Chaperones are complimentary

Class Limit: Minimum class size = 16 students
Length of Program: 2 hours

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Contact Information

For more information on Extended Classroom, please contact:

Kathy Harasta
Phone: (607) 766-3731
Email: [email protected]

Nicole Waskie-Laura
Phone: (607 766-3730
Email: [email protected]