This class is an introduction to the micro:bit, an amazing, low-cost, credit-card-sized computer that can be used in a large variety of robotics projects. But for this class, you only need a $25-$30 microbit (and USB cable). example kit: https://www.amazon.com/Micro-Original-Starter-Microbit-Battery/dp/B0F1DQTT79 This class is the first of a series of classes that will eventually use the micro:bit with the "Yahboom World of Module Programmable sensor kit" BUT NOT FOR THIS CLASS ! (NEXT CLASS!) But for this class, you just need the microbit, not the Yahboom kit. Have you ever invested in a robot kit only to find it lacking? This series is designed to avoid that disappointment. You start with just a micro:bit, allowing learners to explore the code editor and the micro:bit's capabilities. If they enjoy it, they can then opt to purchase the Yahboom robotics kit needed for the rest of the series. Week 1 - Intro to the micro:bit, MakeCode, and writing programs. Write a program using buttons, accelerometer, and display. Week 2 - Programming with speaker and microphone. Week 3 - Make a scorekeeper. Week 4 - Program an alarm to protect something in your room.
Learn how to use the MakeCode editor
Learn how to program the micro:bit
Learn how to use the micro:bit's built-in accelerometer, display, buttons, speaker microphone, and thermometer.
Write 4-6 programs using the micro:bit's features.
You need a Version 2 micro:bit, and a micro-USB cable (you probably own 10 of these cables!). Example kit from Amamzon for the microbit (thses links change often): https://www.amazon.com/Micro-Original-Starter-Microbit-Battery/dp/B0F1DQTT79 Please be very careful and make sure you are ordering a Version 2 (V 2). Prices and availability vary wildly!
I have been teaching coding with the micro:bit for over 6 years.