In this article, you will learn about Skill Struck's Robotics platform.
Last updated - July 25, 2024
Skill Struck's Robotics platform teaches robotics concepts through the use of a physical micro:bit or the micro:bit emulator. A micro:bit is a small computer that helps teach the connection between hardware and software. This platform teaches both block-based and text-based coding.
Challenges
Each lesson has a set of challenges that reinforce the information taught in the textbook. Each challenge includes a custom auto-grader that must be passed in order for students to receive credit.
Playground
The playground is a programming sandbox where students can build their own micro:bit software and run it on the micro:bit. A physical micro:bit is not required.
Projects
The projects page allows students to create new and access previously saved projects. This page can be used to save sandbox projects or it can allow teachers to assign projects outside the Skill Struck curriculum.
The Micro:bit
After the "Beginnings" course, all courses are built to work with a physical micro:bit. If your students do not have a physical micro:bit, the platform has an emulator that can do everything a physical micro:bit can. Click here to learn how to transfer code to the physical micro:bit.
Skillmoji
The Robotics platform also includes Skill Struck's Skillmoji. With each activity completed, students earn points that can be spent creating a customized avatar. They have a choice between a number of animals, clothes, and accessories for their Skillmoji. Click here to learn more about Skillmojis.
