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Third-party on-site course
Creative STEAM with Micro:bit - STEM / STEAM course in Lisbon
This practical course is designed to offer an in-depth guide to using the most dynamic and widely-used educational tool in today's classrooms – the Micro:bit.
Covering key subjects such as Sciences, Computational Thinking, Electronics, and Environmental Sciences, it provides teachers with the necessary skills to take the best advantage of the Micro:bit for the development of STEAM projects.
21.05.2024
Next upcoming session:
24.06.2024
- 28.06.2024
Portugal
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Lisboa
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Lisbon
Description
Why choose this course?
- Many teachers use the Micro:bit, but very few really understand its full potential. This course will expand the possibilities of working with the Micro:bit by introducing new ideas for its use in the classroom;
- We directed the course for the development of practical activities in key areas like Mathematics, Arts, Physics, Circular Economy, Biology or Chemistry so that teachers can bridge the gap between technology in education and the remaining subjects;
- We will learn how to use extensions, control external devices, and perform low cost hacks, multiplying the learning experiences provided by this simple microcontroller;
- This Erasmus course stands out as the sole program conducted entirely within an Educational Makerspace managed by Buinho Fablab, an European reference in Maker Education since 2018;
- All of our courses arehands-on, practice-based, and tailored to suit teachers of all backgrounds, including those with no previous experience;
- All our courses come with free access to online lessons designed exclusively for our participants. These online resources cover all the training materials from the main course and are available for one year. This additional support helps participants feel more confident when applying what they've learned in Lisbon;
- By enrolling in our courses, you'll receive a micro:bit microcontroller to begin implementing projects with your students immediately.
- Course program and schedule
- Catalog of Courses for the Year 2023-24
- Past Courses' Image Gallery
- Our website
- Our e-learning platform
Learning objectives
Main outcomes
- Learning how to use Micro:bit microcontrollers
- Learning basic electronics
- Learning how to use Micro:bit break boards and extensions
- Learn programming with Makecode for Micro:bit
- Program a self-watering plant system for the classroom
- Program a weather station with your students with IoT capabilities
- Create a little drawing bot for use with the Micro:bit
- Learning about working methodologies and safety measures within a School Makerspace
- Experiment with different educational contents and methodologies, in particular PBL (Project Based Learning)
Methodology & assessment
HANDS-ON: As previously mentioned, our primary distinction lies in our hands-on and highly practical teaching approach. As a FabLab, we always advocate for learning through hands-on experience and prototyping. You can anticipate acquiring a genuinely practical skill set that will boost your confidence in applying the knowledge you acquire.
PROJECT BASED LEARNING: We are strong supporters of the use of PBL methodology and Design Thinking. Our goal is to provide you with effective strategies for connecting your classroom to the broader real world. Additionally, we aspire to illustrate how a Makerspace can serve as a valuable tool for community-wide projects.
MAKER EDUCATION: Maker education emphasizes a hands-on, DIY (do-it-yourself) approach to learning. It encourages students to create, tinker, and invent using various tools, materials, and technologies. Since 2018, Buinho FabLab has played a pioneering role in promoting Maker Education. We have assisted numerous schools in adopting a more maker-centric approach to education.
ASSESSMENT: We will consistently assess the engagement and enthusiasm of course participants regarding the learning materials. Furthermore, we will facilitate a concluding reflection and self-assessment dialogue with all participants to gain a deeper insight into their acquired knowledge and identify potential avenues for future projects and activities.
PROJECT BASED LEARNING: We are strong supporters of the use of PBL methodology and Design Thinking. Our goal is to provide you with effective strategies for connecting your classroom to the broader real world. Additionally, we aspire to illustrate how a Makerspace can serve as a valuable tool for community-wide projects.
MAKER EDUCATION: Maker education emphasizes a hands-on, DIY (do-it-yourself) approach to learning. It encourages students to create, tinker, and invent using various tools, materials, and technologies. Since 2018, Buinho FabLab has played a pioneering role in promoting Maker Education. We have assisted numerous schools in adopting a more maker-centric approach to education.
ASSESSMENT: We will consistently assess the engagement and enthusiasm of course participants regarding the learning materials. Furthermore, we will facilitate a concluding reflection and self-assessment dialogue with all participants to gain a deeper insight into their acquired knowledge and identify potential avenues for future projects and activities.
Certification details
Erasmus Quality Standards
All our courses adhere to the Quality Standards outlined by the EU Commission and Erasmus+ for KA1 courses. As a part of this commitment, we provide participants with comprehensive pre-course information, including an extensive information package.
In addition, Buinho has heavily invested in offering blended learning opportunities by granting free access to our e-learning courses. These resources are designed to complement and further support participants' learning for up to one year after completing the course.
Our Cultural programs offer valuable insights into Portuguese culture, and we take pride in fostering an informal and positive environment for our participants. Buinho's goal is to build a community of engaged teachers across the EU, and we are actively working on establishing a network among all alumni to enhance collaboration among participants from various courses.
Our learning environment is an authentic educational Makerspace, providing participants with hands-on access to a variety of equipment and solutions for interactive exploration and learning.
Certification of learning outcomes
In adherence to the Erasmus+ Quality Standards, Buinho issues a final certificate to all participants. This certificate includes the participant's name, a brief course description outlining its learning outcomes, course dates and venues, and the course provider's name.
Furthermore, Buinho offers assistance to sending schools in preparing and confirming their participants' Learning Agreements and Europass documents.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
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Package contents:Course
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherICT CoordinatorLibrarian
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Learning time:25 hours or more
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