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5 Day Learning Modules
5 Day Learning Modules
IMG-5341.MOVFor learning module 1, Jordan and I used an Arduino to learn how to code it and use LEDs. We used an ultrasonic sensor to turn on certain LEDs based on how far or close an object was from the sensor.
For learning module 1, Jordan and I used an Arduino to learn how to code it and use LEDs. We used an ultrasonic sensor to turn on certain LEDs based on how far or close an object was from the sensor.
For Learning Module 2, Jordan and I learned how to solder by using a beginners soldering kit. It taught us how to solder and we were able to use a speaker and make the LEDs flash.
For Learning Module 2, Jordan and I learned how to solder by using a beginners soldering kit. It taught us how to solder and we were able to use a speaker and make the LEDs flash.
IMG_8796.MOVFor Learning Module 3, Matt and I taught ourselves about raspberry pi. We learned how raspberry pi’s work and we worked with emulators to get RetroPi to run on our raspberry pi.
For Learning Module 3, Matt and I taught ourselves about raspberry pi. We learned how raspberry pi’s work and we worked with emulators to get RetroPi to run on our raspberry pi.
8 Day Learning Modules
8 Day Learning Modules
For learning module 4, we worked with micro:bit to learn the basics of coding as well as more advanced projects with micro:bit. I worked with Maqueen, a graphical programming robot for STEM education, which inherits playability and simple operation of micro:bit.
For learning module 4, we worked with micro:bit to learn the basics of coding as well as more advanced projects with micro:bit. I worked with Maqueen, a graphical programming robot for STEM education, which inherits playability and simple operation of micro:bit.
IMG-5889.MOVMaqueen
Maqueen
Uses RGB Ambient light, basic movement, ultrasonic sensor, LEDs and sound; a few of the many capabilities of the Maqueen.
Code
Code
This is the code for the video on the left. This was coded in micro:bit and uses the Maqueen graphical library extension.
LineTracking.movLine Tracing
Line Tracing
This shows another one of the capabilities of the Maqueen that uses line tracing, where the robot uses it's sensors to follow any black line.
For learning module 5, Jess and I worked with amazon alexa using an echo dot. We were able to tweet from our echo dot, create an escape room story, and learned the basics of Alexa’s code, triggers, and responses.
For learning module 5, Jess and I worked with amazon alexa using an echo dot. We were able to tweet from our echo dot, create an escape room story, and learned the basics of Alexa’s code, triggers, and responses.
IMG_2944.MOVEscape Room
Escape Room
We coded an escape room with multiple routes to escape the CS classroom using VoiceApps.
IMG_6463.MOVTwitter Bot
Twitter Bot
We coded a twitter bot which allowed us to ask alexa to tweet to our timeline and read tweets to us.
IMG_6465.MOVBirthday Countdown
Birthday Countdown
This was the demo program that we coded when learning to use Amazon Developer. It shows
12 Day Learning Modules
12 Day Learning Modules
For learning module 6, we worked with LED light strips. A previous student created an LED board using a piece of wood, taped LED strips onto it, and soldered the wires together to connect the LED strips. From that, we were able to power the LED strips using an arduino, and write a program that enables us to turn on any LED at a position and change the colors of them. The board has 144 LEDs on it, (12 by 12), so in order to turn on an LED you type the position into the line of code along with an RGB code and that LED will turn on. To do this, we also had to install The FastLED library.
For learning module 6, we worked with LED light strips. A previous student created an LED board using a piece of wood, taped LED strips onto it, and soldered the wires together to connect the LED strips. From that, we were able to power the LED strips using an arduino, and write a program that enables us to turn on any LED at a position and change the colors of them. The board has 144 LEDs on it, (12 by 12), so in order to turn on an LED you type the position into the line of code along with an RGB code and that LED will turn on. To do this, we also had to install The FastLED library.
IMG_6834.MOVThis shows the a program we made that lights up certain LEDs to create a picture, and then turns those LEDs off from right to left and then shows another image, in a loop.
Coding in Python, we created self contained Finch robot powered by a Raspberry Pi that allowed us to run programs on it using command line and unplugging it from the computer to let them run. To accomplish this, we used a Raspberry Pi, a Finch, an SD card, a battery with a USB port, a USB wireless adapter, a USB hub, various wires and cables to connect everything, and a 3D printed a ‘backpack’ for the robot, to ensure that all of these materials stayed in place.
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