View Seminar: Intro to MicroBits
| Seminar Name | Intro to MicroBits |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| Seminar Short Desc | In this workshop, teachers will learn how to use MicroBits for coding and gain ideas for incorporating them into their lessons to enhance student learning and engagement. |
| Seminar Full Desc | This workshop is designed to provide teachers with an introduction to the MicroBit - a small, programmable computer that can be used in a wide range of educational settings. Over the course of the workshop, teachers will learn the basics of coding using the MicroBit, explore a range of programming activities, and gain practical ideas for incorporating MicroBits into their lessons. By the end of the workshop, teachers will have the confidence and skills to start using MicroBits in their classrooms to enhance student learning and engagement. |
| Seminar Date | 09/20/2023 |
| Opening Time | 8:30 am |
| Closing Time | 2:30 pm |
| Last Day To Register | 09/19/2023 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | Elementary, Middle, and High School teachers of all disciplines |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Not set |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | - MicroBits
- Basics of Coding - Student Engagement - Computational Thinking - Problem Solving - Critical Thinking - Hands-on Activities |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Please bring a laptop or tablet with Bluetooth enabled. Mac, PC or iPad are fine. |
| Seminar Objectives | - To provide teachers with an understanding of the capabilities and potential uses of MicroBits in the classroom.
- To teach teachers the basics of coding using the MicroBit platform. - To provide practical ideas and activities for incorporating MicroBits into lesson plans across various subject areas. - To inspire teachers to use MicroBits as a tool for promoting problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking skills in their students. - To build teachers' confidence in using MicroBits and other technology tools for educational purposes. |
| Work Summary | Not set |
| Assessment of Learning | - Participant learning will be assessed by participating in a "MicroBit Challenge". Participants will work in small groups and be given a task to solve using the MicroBit.
- Participants will work collaboratively to create several lesson ideas that incorporate MicroBits |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Not set |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | CA BOCES - Southern Tier West |
| Location | Large Room and DL Room |
| Site Status | Regional |
| Duration | 6 Hours |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Held |
| Workshop | Intro to MicroBits |
| Starting Registration | 8:00 am |
| Credit Hours | 5.50 |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| Provider | 517 - Model Schools |
| Category | 517 - Model Schools |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | Not set |
| Added By | Laurie Sledge |
| Seminar Id | 8665 |
CTLE Activities
- Content
- Pedagogy
Facilitators
Districts That Can Send Participants
- Allegany-Limestone Central School
- Andover Central School
- Belfast Central School
- Bolivar-Richburg Central School
- Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
- Cuba-Rushford Central School
- Ellicottville Central School
- Fillmore Central School
- Franklinville Central School
- Friendship Central School
- Genesee Valley Central School
- Hinsdale Central School
- Olean City Schools
- Pioneer Central School
- Portville Central School
- Randolph Academy
- Randolph Central School
- Salamanca City Schools
- Scio Central School
- Wellsville Central School
- West Valley Central School
- Whitesville Central School
- CA-BOCES Admin
- CA-BOCES CTE
- CA-BOCES ISS
- CA-BOCES IT
- CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
- CA Teacher Center
Learning Standards
- 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
- 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
- 3 Instructional Practice
- 7 Professional Growth