We made a lot of progress!
Core Values: All kids came home with a core
value and a date. Each kid will lead a game that relates to their core
value on that date. Shoot for 5 – 10 minutes for the game (they always
take longer than we think!). Links to some sources for games can be found
here, but there are
lots more. Feel free to invent your own or use a favorite from any
source!
Robot: Hudson was the voice of experience
leading the charge on getting a second starter robot built with Isaac and
Cashion. They did a GREAT job and were superstars as far as staying on
task and working together with very minimal supervision. Congrats, guys!
Programming: Two rookies from each team got
their feet wet with EV3 programming. They figured out how to make the
robot travel a specific distance based on the circumference of the
wheels. They drove it of the table (maybe I did that…?), tested a basic
turn and talked about how to make sure your programs are understandable come
tournament time.
Project Research: A small group from each team
started working on how they will narrow down our VERY broad project focus into
something specific and actionable. Both teams came away with homework for
this.
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Team 3849 (working with Sue) should be thinking
of something they are PASSIONATE about that could be taught/learned through a
game.
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Team 4010 (working with Sarah) has four possible
learner groups that they will discuss and consider on Monday. Kids are
encouraged to think about these groups and pick the one they find most
interesting OR come up with a group they are more interested in and be prepared
to make their case to the team. They also came to consensus that whatever
solutions they come up with should incorporate the use of technology in
learning. Sarah provided an excellent summary of where they are that is
posted here.
Please review that with your kids!
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