7P3 Micro:Bit

 Using a Micro: bit, a computer, and an iPad, I created awesome codes and projects because I was given a chance and I  took it. It's not everyday that you get to code a micro: bit.  If it weren't for this class, I would have never had the opportunity to explore such innovative technology.

During this process, I learned how to work a micro: bit.  One important lesson I took away was that making mistakes, like when my code didn’t work, is completely okay; what matters is the willingness to try again. I also finally figured out how to correctly insert batteries—a small but significant victory, as I had always been confused about which way they go!

The 7 standards of the class are Empowered Learner, Digital Citizen, Knowledge Constructor, Innovative Designer, Computational Thinker, Creative Communicator, and Global Collaborator. My project particularly aligns with the Empowered Learner standard. I had to actively engage with the material, think critically about how the Micro: bit. This process not only deepened my understanding but also made learning enjoyable. I had a lot of fun exploring what I could create with the Micro: bit.

A challenge I overcame on this project was getting the code to actually work. I learned that after finishing my code, it’s essential to review it several times to ensure it functions as intended. This process of checking allowed me to identify and correct errors, ultimately leading to a successful outcome. It taught me the value of thoroughness and patience in coding. Each time I solved a problem, I felt a sense of accomplishment that motivated me to keep pushing forward.

Given a chance to do this again, I would change the projects and their difficulty. The reason why I would change it is because the projects that I did were pretty easy once you know how. So I would want to change the way they were set up and how I did it. If I did the same projects then it wouldn't be as exciting.

Hastings High School Career and Technical Education Program offers Agriculture, Business Management, Computer Programming, Construction Trades, Culinary Arts, Digital Multimedia, Engineering Design, Finance, Insurance, Marketing.  My project connects to the COMPUTER PROGRAMMING CTE program at Hastings High School.  It connects to the COMPUTER PROGRAMMING because we coded on a computer and we used the computer as one of our main scores in our project.

My project connects to careers in Software Engineering because I had to program inside of the computer and that is a lot like a Software Engineer. I had to code a micro: bit they have to code a computer. Also they have to work on a computer and when we did the coding for the micro: bit was on the  computer. This connection made me appreciate how important coding is in today’s technology-driven world.