Students will learn basic block-based coding and will learn how to troubleshoot and solve problems with their code.  They will also learn about the physical parts of the VEX IQ robots, including sensors, and how to transfer the code from the computer to the robot.

I am a Certified Robotics Instructor (VEX Robotics). I have taught VEX robotics programming since 2013 to students in public and private school settings and online since 2018.  

I have 5 public school teaching certifications/licenses:  
Technology Education. Grades 6-12. Expires 7/31/2023 (Texas)
Technology Applications. Grades EC-12. Expires 7/31/2023 (Texas)
Special Education. Grades EC-12. Expires 7/31/2023 (Texas)
Computer Education. REPA 3, Grades 5-12. Expires 9/10/2023
(Indiana)
Technology Education. REPA 3, Grades 5-12. Expires 9/10/2023
(Indiana)

Education:
Wilkes University - Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
M.S.Ed. Instructional Media. January 2013.
Texas A&M University - Commerce, Texas
Technology Applications EC-12 teaching certification preparation;
SPED – 15 hours; Ed. Tech. – 20 hours. May 2012.
Ball State University - Muncie, Indiana
B.A. Journalism. Minors in Spanish and Classical Culture. July 1985.

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Learner assessment is real-time and informal.  More formal assessment or grades are available to parents upon request.
Grades Offered

All of my classes are open to students with learning challenges.  I am a certified Special Education teacher and can make modifications as necessary.

Good basic computer skills.  Prior block-based coding is experience is helpful.

VEX Robotics software and learning resources.  I am a certified VEX Robotics instructor.