Name: Micro:bit - Intro to Computer Science
Price: 169.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Micro:bit - Intro to Computer Science

Class Meeting Schedule: Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:00

Class Size: 1 to 8 students. We maintain a 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio. Additional instructors are added when new students join mid-course to help them catch up.

Total Duration: 3-4 months. Duration depends on the student’s pace and goals, with flexible scheduling.

Session Length: 45 minutes

Group Discount: Bring a friend and both of you will receive a discount. For groups of four or more, each member gets a discount. To receive the discount, select your group size during checkout and include the names of your friend(s). Each student must sign up individually.

Groups of 2–3: 10% off
Groups of 4 or more: 15% off

This course introduces middle school students (ages 11–14) to computer science concepts through hands-on activities and projects using the micro:bit. Each section focuses on a key programming topic, helping students build foundational coding skills while fostering creativity.

Introduction to Computer Science
Students are introduced to the basics of computer science and the micro:bit. They write their first program, explore the device's features, and customize simple projects, such as displaying animations or text on the micro:bit.
Algorithms
Students learn to design step-by-step solutions to problems and implement them on the micro:bit. They complete projects demonstrating their understanding of algorithms, such as creating decision-making programs.
Variables
Students discover how variables store and update data in programs. They create projects like step counters or scoreboards to solve real-world problems.
Conditionals
Using "if-then" statements, students create programs that make decisions. Projects include interactive games or tools that respond to inputs like button presses or environmental changes, culminating with a creative themed project.
Iteration
Students are introduced to loops to simplify repetitive tasks. They create programs such as animations, countdowns, or blinking lights and apply these concepts in innovative projects.
Coordinates and Booleans
Students learn to use the micro:bit's coordinate grid to design animations and explore Boolean logic for decision-making. Projects combine these concepts, such as drawing tools or interactive games.
Binary and Radio
Students explore binary numbers to understand how data is represented and use the micro:bit’s radio feature for wireless communication. They create programs where devices "talk" to each other.
Accelerometer and Arrays
Students use the accelerometer to detect motion and learn about arrays for managing multiple values. They build projects like motion trackers or scoreboards by combining sensors and data storage.
Final Project
Students apply everything they’ve learned to design and build their own creative projects. They brainstorm, plan, and develop unique ideas, showcasing their final creations, such as games, tools, or real-world problem-solving devices.

This course emphasizes creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning to give students a solid foundation in computer science.