Primary 6

Term 1

Curriculum Title: Robotic Activities (Level 3) - Six-Legged Gearbox Walking Robot (Hexabot)

Curriculum Description:
This curriculum is designed to teach engineering and design principles to Primary 6 students through hands-on activities and guided instruction. Students will work with the Six-Legged Gearbox Walking Robot (Hexabot) to learn about the engineering design process and how to conduct a fair test. They will explore concepts such as mechanical design, gear ratios, and power transmission systems, and learn how to design and build their own robotic creations.

Learning Objectives (LO):

LO - Knowledge:

1. Understand the engineering design process

2. Understand the basics of mechanical design

3. Understand the principles of power transmission systems and gear ratios

4. Understand how to conduct a fair test

LO - Generic Skills:

1. Problem-solving skills

2. Logical thinking skills

3. Creativity and imagination

4. Communication and collaboration skills

LO - Attitude and Value:

1. Appreciation for the power and capabilities of technology

2. Curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas

3. Respect for the intellectual property of others

4. Persistence and a growth mindset

LO - Science:

1. Understanding of mechanical principles such as force, motion, and torque

2. Knowledge of basic physics principles such as energy and work

LO - Technology:

1. Understanding of basic electronics and circuitry

2. Familiarity with tools and materials used in engineering design

LO - Engineering:

1. Understanding of design thinking and prototyping

2. Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles such as gear ratios and power transmission systems

LO - Arts:

1. Creativity and imagination in designing robotic creations

2. Understanding of the aesthetic and artistic aspects of engineering design

LO - Mathematics:

1. Understanding of mathematical concepts such as geometry and measurement

2. Application of mathematical concepts in mechanical design and testing

In addition to the above objectives, students will also be encouraged to develop their critical thinking skills and to use technology in a responsible and ethical manner.

Term 2

Curriculum Title: MIT2 App Inventor

Curriculum Description:
This curriculum is designed to teach advanced programming concepts to Primary 6 students through hands-on activities and guided instruction using MIT2 App Inventor. Students will learn how to design and build their own mobile applications, learning advanced programming concepts such as loops, conditionals, and variables. They will also explore user interface design, mobile app development, and the ethical considerations of app development.

Learning Objectives (LO):

LO - Knowledge:

1. Understand the basic principles of programming and app development

2. Understand how to use App Inventor to create mobile applications

3. Understand advanced programming concepts such as loops, conditionals, and variables

4. Understand the basics of user interface design and mobile app development

LO - Generic Skills:

1. Problem-solving skills

2. Logical thinking skills

3. Creativity and imagination

4. Communication and collaboration skills

LO - Attitude and Value:

1. Appreciation for the power and capabilities of technology

2. Curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas

3. Respect for the intellectual property of others

4. Persistence and a growth mindset

LO - Science:

1. Understanding of computer science principles such as algorithms and data structures

2. Knowledge of basic physics principles such as energy and work

LO - Technology:

1. Understanding of mobile app development tools and processes

2. Familiarity with programming languages and environments such as App Inventor

LO - Engineering:

1. Understanding of design thinking and prototyping

2. Knowledge of software engineering principles such as testing and debugging

LO - Arts:

1. Creativity and imagination in designing mobile applications

2. Understanding of the aesthetic and artistic aspects of app development

LO - Mathematics:

1. Understanding of mathematical concepts such as logic and algebra

2. Application of mathematical concepts in programming and app development

In addition to the above objectives, students will also be encouraged to develop their critical thinking skills and to use technology in a responsible and ethical manner.

Term 3

Curriculum Title: VinciBot Coding Robot

Curriculum Description:
This curriculum is designed to teach coding and engineering principles to Primary 6 students through hands-on activities and guided instruction using VinciBot Coding Robot. Students will learn how to program and control a physical robot, learning coding concepts such as loops, conditionals, and variables. They will also explore mechanical design, sensors, and the engineering design process.

Learning Objectives (LO):

LO - Knowledge:

1. Understand the basic principles of coding and programming

2. Understand how to use VinciBot Coding Robot to control a physical robot

3. Understand coding concepts such as loops, conditionals, and variables

4. Understand the basics of mechanical design and sensors

LO - Generic Skills:

1. Problem-solving skills

2. Logical thinking skills

3. Creativity and imagination

4. Communication and collaboration skills

LO - Attitude and Value:

1. Appreciation for the power and capabilities of technology

2. Curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas

3. Respect for the intellectual property of others

4. Persistence and a growth mindset

LO - Science:

1. Understanding of mechanical principles such as force, motion, and torque

2. Knowledge of basic physics principles such as energy and work

LO - Technology:

1. Understanding of basic electronics and circuitry

2. Familiarity with programming languages and environments such as VinciBot Coding Robot

LO - Engineering:

1. Understanding of mechanical design and prototyping

2. Knowledge of engineering design principles such as testing and iteration

LO - Arts:

1. Creativity and imagination in designing robotic creations

2. Understanding of the aesthetic and artistic aspects of engineering design

LO - Mathematics:

1. Understanding of mathematical concepts such as geometry and measurement

2. Application of mathematical concepts in mechanical design and programming

In addition to the above objectives, students will also be encouraged to develop their critical thinking skills and to use technology in a responsible and ethical manner.