This workshop develops students’ ability to decompose complex processes through the use of flowcharts and step-by-step instructions. These skills are then applied to solve a Numeracy GCSE-style question and examples of commonly used algorithms are explored.
LEGO Robotics
This page includes resources for a variety of LEGO robotics kits. The LEGO Spike Prime is a programmable robotics kit which can be used to create many different robots which can complete a variety of tasks. There are many tutorials online for these kits and these are the main kits used to compete in our national robotics competition each year. … Read More
Arduino
Arduino is a small circuit board which allows you to make a computer that can sense and control the physical environment. You can learn about electronics by building your own circuits, and you can program your Arduino to become anything, from a mobile phone to a Geiger counter! Technocamps have developed a wearable computing workshop, where pupils can use an … Read More
PyShop
The Py Shop programme helps students develop the ability to program in Python starting from the basics before covering more advanced topics. Throughout the programme students will develop a complete shop system. Presentation: Cheat Sheet Sports Management System
Pigpen micro:bits
Why use a pen and paper to make Pigpen ciphers when you can use a micro:bit? This activity pack introduces the Pigpen Cipher and how to encrypt and decrypt with it. It will also show you how to use a micro:bit in this process: – Displaying the Symbols – micro:bit Radio Signals What you’ll need: – Access to microbit.org
AR Binary
Learn to count and add in binary with this amazing AR app! This activity pack explores what binary is, how the number system operates, and an introduction to Augmented Reality (AR). We will use the Technocamps AR Binary app made by Daniel Curry to put what you learn into practice. What you’ll need: – A modern phone – Internet access … Read More
QR Codes
Learn the secrets behind QR Codes. What do they mean? How can I create my own? This activity pack introduces QR Codes; what they are, how to use them, and how to create your own. There are two topics: – Using QR codes to learn information – Creating your own QR codes online
Code for Life
Learn Programming Principles whilst taking part in this coding challenge. This pack will teach you about: Loops Repeat Blocks Repeat Blocks with Conditions IF and IF ELSE Conditions What you’ll need: – Computer access – Internet access
Animal Classification
Learn about classification systems and how dichotomous keys are used to classify animals. What you’ll need: – Pen and paper – Access to https://scratch.mit.edu/
Gamefroot: Stop the Spread
This activity pack will teach you the concept of simulation modelling to show how we can stop the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home. What you’ll need: – Computer access – Internet access – Access to make.gamefroot.com