MicroPython 101
A project-based introduction to micro:bit programming using MicroPython with instructions to build 16 hands-on micro:bit projects.
- GRADES 7+
- ADVANCED
- WEB
Answer Key
U.S. Standards
- CCSS-Math: MP.1
- CCSS-ELA: 6-8.RST.3, 6-8.RST.4, 6-8.RST.7
- CSTA: 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-15, 2-AP-17
- CS CA: 6-8.AP.11, 6-8.AP.13, 6-8.AP.15, 6-8.AP.16, 6-8.AP.17
- ISTE: 1.c, 1.d, 4.d, 5.c, 5.d, 6.b
U.K. Standards
Key stage 2
Pupils should be taught to:- design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling or simulating physical systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller parts
- use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and correct errors in algorithms and programs
- understand computer networks, including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the World Wide Web, and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration
- use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact
Key stage 3
Pupils should be taught to:- undertake creative projects that involve selecting, using, and combining multiple applications, preferably across a range of devices, to achieve challenging goals, including collecting and analysing data and meeting the needs of known users
- create, reuse, revise and repurpose digital artefacts for a given audience, with attention to trustworthiness, design and usability
- understand a range of ways to use technology safely, respectfully, responsibly and securely, including protecting their online identity and privacy; recognise inappropriate content, contact and conduct, and know how to report concerns
Lesson
12 : Guess the Word
MicroPython 101
Time: 45+ minutes
Introduction
Code Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up
(5 minutes)
Activities
(45 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Guess the Word modules on their own:
1. Guess the Word (Document)
2. Displaying the Word (DIY)
3. Letter Selector (DIY)
4. Checking for a Character (DIY)
5. Finishing Touches (DIY)
6. Guessing the Words (DIY)
7. Review (Document)
8. Quiz (Multiple-choice)
Extended Activities
(10 minutes)
Time: 45+ minutes
Introduction
Code Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up (5 minutes)
Activities (45 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Guess the Word modules on their own:
1. Guess the Word (Document)2. Displaying the Word (DIY)
3. Letter Selector (DIY)
4. Checking for a Character (DIY)
5. Finishing Touches (DIY)
6. Guessing the Words (DIY)
7. Review (Document)
8. Quiz (Multiple-choice)