Our Learning…. in STEM
Prep
Students are being introduced to the world of coding. So far they have been practising being programmers and robots, through a series of unplugged activities in preparation for using the laptops in the coming weeks.
Students have begun making simple machines based on Rube Goldberg’s theory. This week they enjoyed investigating how they could move a toy car without directly touching it!
Year 3/4
Students are beginning to write sequential code to give basic commands to Root the robot. This will develop their understanding of algorithm concepts such as loops and events.
Year 5/6
Students have been engaged learning how to create an electrical circuit to light a light globe only using a battery, globe and 2 wires.