This PowerPoint cover lesson is great for students that have had a couple of Micro:bit lessons. There are tasks students complete and print screen their code into the PowerPoint as evidence.

This is an 18 lesson unit of work around Microbits, combining programming using the online microbit interface and electronic components. The components I used were sourced from http://microbit-accessories.co.uk but you could make your own or source from elsewhere as well. Helpsheets are provided for each of the electronic components. The students each have a workbook for the whole unit divided into sections that can be easily marked by the teacher, with opportunity/space for student reflection and response. Students start off learning about microbit theory, i.e. safe handling (static) and polarity, inputs, outputs and programming structures IF statements and loops. They then need to design the “next big thing” - a device that solves a problem, using the microbit. They will need to produce a design brief and circuit diagram. Once they have built it, there is a lesson on gathering user feedback and evaluation. At the end of the unit, they have the opportunity to create a business pitch for their new device. This is a great end to the unit as each student/group gets to share their creation to the rest of the class, with prizes for the best entries (at teacher’s discretion!) The course mainly links towards the D&T criteria (with reference to the relevant criteria at the end of each powerpoint) but could be used in Computing as well.

A series of worksheets for the BBC micro:bit. Each has a task brief, suggested blocks to use and some extension suggestions. Each has been given a nominal difficulty level (based on my judgment). The idea is not to give step-by-step instructions but present a set of relevant 'Lego blocks' to put together in the correct order. The blocks appear on the sheet approximately in order, but pupils will need to think about the order and may need to edit specific text or values. Where similar blocks are needed (such as strings for 'win' and 'lose'), they may only be shown once. 'Solutions 1' is a set of screenshots of my ideas on how to meet the briefs. It is not comprehensive; in particular, few of the more 'basic' solutions are shown. The solutions may not all be optimal. It is called 'Solutions 1' in the optimistic reckoning that more challenges may yet come! Example-solutions.doc is NOT a document file. It is actually a Zip of tokenised files for working versions of the worksheets which can be loaded into the BBC's online editor. (To use, download the file and change the extension from DOC to ZIP.) Do bear in mind that there may be more efficient ways to achieve the same result (not least by converting from the Block Editor to Touch Develop). This is something that bright pupils might want to investigate, especially for harder tasks or to change how long images/text display on screen. The files with CC in the name are based on activities suggested by Code Club, but using the Microsoft Block Editor (not Code Kingdoms JavaScript). [24/5/16 solutions screenshots added.]

A set of 6 full lessons for KS3 (Year 8 /Year 9) on Microbit Programming. Lessons include: Lesson 1 - Introduction into Microbit. Introduction to the different code blocks you can use in the BBC Microbit Make Code. Creating a board game using Microbits. Lesson 2 & 3 - Algorithms & Flowcharts, Understand how to program pins on a Micro:bit, Be able to create a fully functional traffic light program using a Micro:bit, crocodile cables and LED’s. Programming Challenges - Traffic Light (Easy), Traffic Light (Intermediate), Lighthouse Light (Hard), Formula One Start Lights (Expert). Lesson 4 - Car Technology & Self Driving Cars, Understand how to program pins on a Micro: bit, Create a fully functional circuit for car indicators. Lesson 5 - Wearable Technology, Understand how to program the accelerometer and use variables on the Micro: bit, Create a fully functional step counter. Programming Challenges - Thermometer, Stepometer, Stop Watch. Lesson 6 - Digital Clocks, Understand how to use variables on the Micro: bit, Create a fully functional digital clock, Understand what level we have worked at for this unit, Complete an evaluation on this unit. Lessons include: Teacher Slides PowerPoint Student Activities & Worksheets (Word Documents) Starter & Plenary Tasks (Word Documents or in Teacher Slides Powerpoint) Extension Tasks (Word Documents)

This six lesson unit of work contains lesson PowerPoints, starter activities and main tasks for a complete half term. It is suitable for Year 7 or Year 8 Computing lessons in introducing learners to the concepts of block based programming with the BBC micro:bit.

I have been using these lessons challenges with a series of groups and they appear to have been really well received. Like many professionals, I have been trying to get to grips with the Micro:bit and find resources or lessons for my students to have a go at. There are loads around and this is a collection of progressive tasks that I think have been put together in a really coherent way for the teenage mind. Each one is a video tutorial which will guide your students through each step and provide them with the theory behind each decision made in the program. I would love to know your thoughts and I will add more, as and when they arrive. I have used this resource over three lessons... a great filler once the students get to grips with it. This also now includes a Python activity as well as Block Editor challenges. in terms of assessment and monitoring progress... I have been keeping a very simple spreadsheet and inputting when the student has been to show me their finished task - this means that I can open a dialogue with the student and find out what they found easy/difficult with the task, as well as being able to redirect them onto another task or target misconceptions.

This resource is aimed for Year Sevens only. Power Point file with eleven lessons on. Each lesson has assessment levels (only 4 to 6), tutorials and tasks. . All resources come from BBC Micro: Bit. Purpose of this resource is so that its all in one place and the activities are levelled. Hopefully it will save the teacher involved time looking for materials and assessment levels materials.

5 BBC Micro:Bit lessons which have been differentiated into 3 ability levels using a chili scale. For each lesson you have a teaching PowerPoint and 3 activities which students can go through to create programs on their Micro:Bit. Please leave a review.

In this lesson, students will explore the music library in Block editor, TouchDevelop and Micro Python to play tones on the BBCmicro:bit. Students will also learn how to transpose sheet music to TouchDevelop and Micro Pyhton to enable the micro:bit to play music.

I have been using these lessons challenges with a series of groups and they appear to have been really well received. Like many professionals, I have been trying to get to grips with the Micro:bit and find resources or lessons for my students to have a go at. There are loads around and this is a collection of progressive tasks that I think have been put together in a really coherent way for the teenage mind. Each one is a video tutorial which will guide your students through each step and provide them with the theory behind each decision made in the program. Includes 'Loops'. I would love to know your thoughts and I will add more, as and when they arrive. I have used this resource over three lessons... a great filler once the students get to grips with it. This also now includes a Python activity as well as Block Editor challenges. in terms of assessment and monitoring progress... I have been keeping a very simple spreadsheet and inputting when the student has been to show me their finished task - this means that I can open a dialogue with the student and find out what they found easy/difficult with the task, as well as being able to redirect them onto another task or target misconceptions.

4 lessons introducing the use of the BBC Micro: Bit. Aimed at Y7. Covers creating a scrolling name tag, digital pet and rock paper scissors games from the teachers guide. Some bespoke starters (self created). Looking at what the Micro: bit is, explaining and debugging code. Also now added Harry Potter Sorting Hat and activity showing difference between text based and block based programming.

guide to creating animation using javascript for BBC microbit

Work as a team to program the robot buggy so that it can navigate a maze path This is one of a series of resources to support the use of the BBC micro:bit in Design and Technology lessons. Programmable robotic systems are becoming an important part of industrial developments in Design and Technology. Robots are now being developed that can sense changes in their surroundings and respond accordingly. In this unit of learning, learners will use the BBC micro:bit to develop a robotic buggy that can successfully navigate a maze or path. Activity info, teachers’ notes and curriculum links In this activity, learners will work as a team to program the robot buggy so that it can navigate a maze path. The activity sheet includes teachers’ notes, useful web links, and links (where appropriate) to the national curriculum in each of the four devolved nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Download the activity sheets for free! All activity sheets and supporting resources are free to download, and all the documents are fully editable, so you can tailor them to your students’ and your schools’ needs. And please do share your classroom learning highlights with us @IETeducation

In this activity students will learn about importance of and use Ohm’s law to calculate the value of a protective resistor for an LED. Using a BBC micro:bit, they will develop a prototype for an LED based automatic home lighting system, designed to save energy. This prototype aims to promote energy efficiency, a concern that resonates with our daily life as it’s estimated that the average UK homeowner could save up to £240 a year alone on the cost of lighting their home. This is one of a set of resources developed to aid the teaching of the secondary national curriculum, particularly KS3. This is part of our series of resources designed to support the use of the BBC micro:bit in secondary school design & technology (DT), computing and engineering lessons. It can also be used to support physics sciences lessons. Activity: Developing a prototype for an LED based automatic home lighting system In this sustainable lighting activity, students will be tasked with creating a smart lighting system that adjusts based on environmental conditions. The engineering context Engineers are often required to program devices to perform specific tasks, optimise system performance, or even create entirely new technologies. This involves understanding how to embed intelligence into products, which can range from simple household items like automatic lighting systems to more complex systems like autonomous vehicles or smart city infrastructure. By learning programming skills and understanding how to integrate them into engineering projects, students will gain an insight into how different components can work together in a system. Furthermore, resistors are essential components in electronic circuits, controlling the flow of electricity and protecting components from damage by limiting the current. Understanding Ohm’s law and resistor calculation will lay the groundwork for many aspects of electronics and electrical engineering. Suggested learning outcomes By the end of this activity, students should be able to understand and apply Ohm’s Law, particularly in calculating the value of a protective resistor for an LED. The skills they acquire will extend beyond the classroom, equipping them with practical knowledge that can be applied in real-world situations. This activity will also set a solid foundation for more complex electronic theory lessons or when delving deeper into the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance. Download our activity sheets for free! The activity sheet includes teachers’ notes, useful web links, and links (where appropriate) to the national curriculum in each of the four devolved nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. All activity sheets and supporting resources are free to download, and all the documents are fully editable, so you can tailor them to your students’ and your schools’ needs. Please do share your highlights with us @IETeducation

This resource is a scheme of lessons (Unit of Work), 5 lessons that will coach students in programming using the BBC Micro:Bit block language. This language is similar to Scratch and can be found on the Micro:Bit website. It is a great language to get students started and can be useful to help them move onto more complex language in the future. While this is aimed at Key Stage 3, there are cases where you could teach these lessons to a very top end Year 6 Class if required. There are 5 lessons in total, each ramping up in difficulty. Each lessons has a section explaining the concept, the learning outcomes and then some development work on the topic at hand. There are multiple challenges for students to complete in each lesson and this will differentiate the students learning outcomes. The end result will be an independent project where students are required to make a FitBit step counter, which then can be used for data-logging in either Maths or in Excel. The lessons are well structured and provide example code for students to follow initially, so they will all get something working - This then slowly gets removed allowing them to think. It is worth noting that no additional resources are required, only the Micro:Bit and computers or tablets if you are using Bluetooth. Lessons: Lesson 1 - An introduction to the Micro:Bit Lesson 2 - Using inputs such as buttons Lesson 3 - Adjusting brightness and introduction of variables Lesson 4 - Using the pins to complete the circuit Lesson 5 - FitBit pedometer challenge

Wearable Tech Project using the BBC Micro:bit and a plain white T-Shirt. Walks students through the process of creating and pitching a product. Includes code help sheets for the Micro:bit: Including: Compass Guess Who Thermometer Step Counter Truth or Dare

12 Poster Pages displaying all of the different blocks available when programming with the BBC Micro:Bit. Also included is a small challenges poster with the spreadsheet of challenges that was used to create challenge cards to be added to the display. The challenge cards file is linked with the excel file of challenges so can easily be printed and added to. The main header for the display was simply a blown up version of the Micro:Bit logo so I have not included that with this resources as you can get from the website.

Another FULL Micro:bit lesson. I actually used the spare devices supplied by the BBC to deliver this lesson for Year 6 induction recently. Equally ideal for year 7 or 8 ICT/Computing groups. The PowerPoint, handout and attached code get the students to program a decision maker on their Micro:bit device. So, when shook, the device provides a random answer to the question the student asks - quite fun! Everything needed, including extra challenges to stretch the top end or step by step support for lower ability groups. A review of the lesson objectives at the end is also included. If you don't like paying for resources, I've also uploaded a FREE Rock, Paper, Scissors resource. Enjoy!

Colourful introductory Combining Logic Gates classroom poster. Includes all main components of the Micro:Bit, the editor IDE and how to download and flash. Poster at 4960 x 7096 pixels ready for A2 Printing. Download is a .png file.

Colourful introductory Combining Logic Gates classroom poster. The poster covers all of the fundamental elements of the Micro:Bit programming at Computer Science, including but not limited to: - sequence - selection - while loops - for loops - images - sound - buttons - GPIO pins Poster at 4960 x 7096 pixels ready for A2 Printing. Download is a .png file.