Robotics

Year level: 1 

Students in Year 1 Robotics Innovation are continuing to build their knowledge of the Sphero robots we have here at Glen Waverley Primary School. They have used the Sphero EDU app to connect and drive their Sphero, focusing on calibrating the ‘aim’ so their Sphero can drive in the right direction. Students will be building on their coding knowledge by using basic directional functions to code their Sphero around a robotic mat. After this, students will then focus on using the Dash robots. These robotic devices are interactive and allow students to code the robot to move, change light colours, make sounds and drive around obstacle courses. Robotics Innovation offers a collaborative environment for the students to work together and solve problems, setting them up for success in future learning.  

Year level: 2 

Year 2 Robotics Innovation students are using the Botzee robotic kits to build, code and learn about coding in a fun and collaborative environment. They have built a basic Botzee robot that introduced them to foundational coding skills that allowed them to solve a series of coding problems. They will continue to build a range of robots that will upskill them to learn about coding conditions, specifically ones that focus on ‘If...then...’ An example of this may be that they code their Botzee that if it hears a clap, then it will move forward 10cm. 

Students work with others across their year level, providing a great opportunity to network and get to know others.  

Year level: 5 and 6 

Year 5 and 6 Robotics Innovation students are continuing their unit using the Spike Prime Lego kits. They are currently building a ‘Hopper’ robot that moves without the use of wheels. After this, learners will be identifying what a CNC machine is and will follow a building process to define a pre-set problem and implement some solutions. Lots of collaboration and rich discussion amongst the students has helped them to move through the different sections of the Learning Pit. To finish the unit, students will have the opportunity to reflect on an area of the Spike Prime Lego kits that they would like to explore further, and an opportunity given for them to create their own build by applying the coding skills they have learnt throughout the semester. 

Year 6: