mBot: The Mind of a Robot (Part 2) (Grade 3-4)

Description

In this lesson, students will continue to learn about the “mind” of a robot by coding in the mBlock 5 interface. Students will be introduced to the format and structure of mBlock 5 including the three main areas of the interface. Students will then explore the concept of coding using Looks and Sensing blocks.

Objectives

  • Learn about the mBlock 5 interface
  • Learn how to use the command blocks in mBlock 5

Curriculum Connections Summary

  • Ontario - Mathematics - Algebra (Coding) & Science
  • Quebec - Science
  • New Brunswick - Science
  • Nova Scotia - Science & ICT
  • Alberta - Science & ICT
  • British Columbia - Science & ADST
  • Manitoba - Science
  • Prince Edward Island - Science
  • Saskatchewan - Science
  • Newfoundland & Labrador - Science
  • Yukon Territories - Follow's B.C.'s Curriculum
  • Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
  • Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum


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