Remote Learning with the Micro-bit - A Programming Deep Dive

Dive into a comprehensive programming session focused on the micro:bit and Microsoft MakeCode. Explore the first hour of using micro:bits with students, covering essential features, the MakeCode.org programming environment, and hands-on exercises. Learn to manipulate LEDs, create pixel art, download code, and pair the micro:bit. Progress through outputs and inputs, icon blocks, and testing techniques. Develop a Rock Paper Scissors game, implement shake animations, and work with variables and if statements. Advance to temperature sensing, graphing, and adding sound. Conclude with an introduction to radio functionality, providing a solid foundation for further exploration and student engagement.