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The course 'Introduction to Programming and Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms' is designed for students aged 10-16 to learn programming and robotics through hands-on experience. Over 40 weeks, students will build and program robots, develop problem-solving skills, and work on collaborative projects. The course also offers opportunities for advanced topics and competitions for interested students.

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STM_Course proposal_Introduction to Programming and Robotics with LEGO Mindstor

The course 'Introduction to Programming and Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms' is designed for students aged 10-16 to learn programming and robotics through hands-on experience. Over 40 weeks, students will build and program robots, develop problem-solving skills, and work on collaborative projects. The course also offers opportunities for advanced topics and competitions for interested students.

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Course: Introduction to Programming and Robotics with LEGO Mindstorms

1. Course Overview:

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of programming and robotics using LEGO
Mindstorms. The course provides a hands-on approach to learning how to design, build, and program
robots that can perform tasks, solve problems, and navigate their environment. It is designed for beginners
and aims to spark interest in STEM fields, particularly in programming, engineering, and robotics.

2. Target Students:

Students aged 10-16 with an interest in programming, robotics, or STEM


Beginners with no prior experience in programming
Course Duration:
40 Weeks (1 hours per week)

3. Course Objectives: By the end of this course, students will:

- Understand the basics of robotics and how robots can be programmed to perform tasks.
- Learn foundational programming concepts, such as loops, conditionals, and variables.
- Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills by designing and programming robots.
- Gain hands-on experience with LEGO Mindstorms kits, including building and modifying robots.
- Work on collaborative projects and participate in challenges to test their robot designs.

4. Course Structure:
● Week 1-3: Introduction to Robotics and LEGO Mindstorms
○ Overview of robotics and its applications in the real world
○ Introduction to LEGO Mindstorms components (motors, sensors, programmable brick)
○ Understanding the Mindstorms environment and interface
○ Introduction to the block-based programming interface
● Week 3-5: Building Your First Robot
○ Step-by-step guide to building a basic robot using LEGO Mindstorms
○ Understanding how sensors and motors work together
○ Introduction to programming the robot’s movement
● Week 5-10: Introduction to Basic Programming Concepts
○ Introduction to programming: sequences, loops, and conditions
○ Simple robot programs: making the robot move in a straight line and turn
○ Hands-on exercises to reinforce basic programming skills
● Week 10-15: Working with Sensors
○ Introduction to LEGO Mindstorms sensors (touch sensor, color sensor, ultrasonic sensor)
○ Programming robots to respond to sensor input (e.g., stopping when an obstacle is
detected)
○ Sensor-based challenges
● Week 15-20: Advanced Movement and Controls
○ Advanced programming concepts: nested loops and multiple conditions
○ Improving robot navigation and control
○ Creating programs for complex movement patterns
● Week 20-25:
○ Problem-Solving with Robots
○ Understanding algorithms and their role in robotics
○ Applying programming concepts to solve real-world challenges
○ Challenge: Programming the robot to complete a maze
● Week 25-30: Robotics Project Design
○ Planning and designing a custom robot project
○ Understanding the project lifecycle: from concept to implementation
○ Introduction to debugging and refining robot programs
● Week 30-33: Teamwork and Collaboration
○ Working in teams to design and build a robot for a specific challenge
○ Importance of collaboration and communication in robotics projects
○ Group project: Designing a robot to complete a task
● Week 33-36: Final Project Build and Test
○ Students work on their final project: designing, building, and programming their robots
○ Testing the robots for performance and accuracy
○ Instructor guidance and troubleshooting
● Week 36-40: Presentation and Showcase
○ Students present their final projects
○ Demonstrations of robot performance and challenges completed
○ Reflection on the learning experience and future directions in robotics and programming
5. Assessment:

- Participation and engagement in class activities (30%)


- Completion of weekly assignments and challenges (40%)
- Final project presentation and demonstration (30%)

6. Materials Needed:

- LEGO Mindstorms EV3 or LEGO Spike Prime kits


- Laptops or tablets with LEGO Mindstorms software installed
- Access to a classroom or lab with enough space for robot testing and movement

7. Outcomes:

- Students will develop a solid understanding of programming logic and robotics.


- Students will complete hands-on projects that apply their learning to practical challenges.
- Students will gain confidence in working collaboratively and solving technical problems.

8. Course Extension:

For students interested in advancing further, this course can be extended to cover more advanced topics
such as:
- Introduction to Python programming for LEGO Mindstorms
- Competitive robotics and participation in FIRST LEGO League (FLL) or similar competitions
- Advanced robotics engineering concepts like artificial intelligence and machine learning

9. Cost Estimate:

- LEGO Mindstorms kit (per student or group)


- Software licenses (if applicable)

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