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Welcome to our MicroBit collection, specifically curated for educators aiming to revolutionise digital technology education within their classrooms. The MicroBit stands as a beacon of innovation, crafted to demystify the realms of coding and computer science for students globally. Birthed from a collaborative effort led by the BBC and various tech aficionados, this compact, programmable microcontroller is on a mission to transition children from passive media consumers to active creators and innovators.
Why the MicroBit is an essential tool for educators
Boost Student Engagement: Dive into an interactive learning journey with the Micro:Bit, where students witness the fruits of their coding labour come to life. This hands-on approach not only captivates but also motivates learners, making digital education a thrilling adventure.
Unravel Complex Tech Concepts: With its user-friendly interface and diverse functionalities — including buttons, sensors, and radio capabilities — the Micro:Bit breaks down the intimidating barriers of programming. It serves as an ideal introductory platform for teaching coding principles, data processing, and algorithmic thinking, making these concepts accessible to novices.
Foster Inclusive Learning: Catering to a broad spectrum of learners, from absolute beginners to those more versed in coding, the Micro:Bit ensures inclusivity in digital education. Its compatibility with block-based and text-based programming languages, such as Python, allows educators to tailor lessons to various learning speeds and styles.
Encourage Creativity and Innovation: By blending technology with core subjects, the Micro:Bit inspires creativity and encourages students to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills beyond the computer lab. It’s a gateway to incorporating computational thinking across the curriculum, nurturing innovators of tomorrow.
Promote Collaboration: Through project-based learning, the Micro:Bit cultivates teamwork and communication among students. It’s an opportunity to learn valuable collaboration skills, as learners come together to brainstorm, design, and execute projects, mirroring real-world teamwork dynamics.
Ensure Affordability: Accessibility is at the heart of the Micro:Bit, providing a cost-effective solution for schools to integrate cutting-edge technology into their syllabi. Its affordability ensures that more students can experience the joy and empowerment of coding.
Connect with a Global Community: Join an expansive network of educators, students, and enthusiasts who are as passionate about digital learning as you are. This community offers a treasure trove of resources, projects, and experiences, enriching the teaching and learning process with shared knowledge and support.
Our collection is designed to equip educators with a versatile, engaging tool that simplifies technology education, fosters a love for learning, and prepares students with the essential digital skills for the future. Explore the Micro:Bit and discover how it can transform your teaching approach, making digital education an accessible, enjoyable, and impactful experience for all students.
Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade, a fully featured programmable gamepad for use with the M...
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View full details1 Channel Relay 3V Relay Module is one of OCTOPUS series of electric bricks. It is fundamentally designed according to OCTOPUS electric brick serie...
View full detailsThe SparkFun Qwiic micro:bit Breakout is a board that connects to the BBC micro:bit and expands the capabilities of the development platform by pro...
View full detailsThe MonkMakes Servo for micro:bit board provides a really easy way to attach up to three servomotors to a BBC micro:bit. The board requires a power...
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View full detailsIf you want to do more with the BBC micro:bit, getting those pins from the card-edge connector is going to be your first hurdle. Unlike many dev-bo...
View full detailsIt is a cost-effective shell for your Micro: bit development board. The shell has a transparent acrylic body, which can allow you see the inside cl...
View full detailsThe Lesson in a Box (Simple Robotics) is a complete set of electronics and teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons with mi...
View full detailsThis Arm:bit is made up of 537 blocks and 4 durable building blocks. The user can control it to complete the 4 degrees of freedom operation and pic...
View full detailsMicro:bit Power Supply Module 3.3V 2A is a kind of power module for micro:bit. The output voltage of 3.3v can be connected directly to the battery ...
View full detailsHello, my name is Maqueen, is a graphical programming robot for STEM education, which inherits playability and simple operation of micro:bit. The M...
View full detailsThis is a line-tracking map with a large size of 1030mm×660mm, specially designed for micro: Maqueen. There are a figure 8 and an ellipse on the fr...
View full detailsJoystick:bit is a game joystick based on Micro:bit. On the board, it has integrated a joystick and 6 undefined keys. It is very convenient for user...
View full detailsmicro:bit is a pocket-sized microcontroller designed for kids and beginners to learn coding and electronics, letting them easily bring ideas into D...
View full detailsThe SparkFun weather:bit is a fully loaded “carrier” board for the micro:bit that, when combined with the micro:bit, provides you with a fully f...
View full detailsMicro:bit Breadboard Adapter is a breadboard pinboard based on Micro:bit. It can be directly plugged into breadboard. Through this adapter, you can...
View full detailsWe can’t wait for spring to arrive, and we’re looking forward to caring for some plants! We designed this little add-on for micro:bit or CLUE board...
View full detailsThe MicroMod Main Board is a specialized carrier board that allows you to interface a MicroMod Processor Board with a single MicroMod Function Boar...
View full detailsThis micro:bit-based expansion board, specially designed for STEAM education, allows students to measure environmental conditions for scientific ex...
View full detailsIf you want to do more with the BBC micro:bit, getting those pins from the card-edge connector is going to be your first hurdle. Unlike many dev-bo...
View full detailsIntroducing the brand-new micro: bit V2, a must-have for technology and STEM enthusiasts. Now available with improved features to the hugely succes...
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