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.
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Maqueen is accessible to Mind+ Programming platform now. Mind+ is a Scratch3.0-based graphical programming platform from DFRobot, supporting python...
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The 7-segment for micro:bit is a four digit 7-segment display for micro:bit. You can use it to display numbers, but it can also display letters ...
View full detailsThe SparkFun gator:UV micro:bit Accessory Board is an ultraviolet sensing solution created to interface with the micro:bit as easily as possible. A...
View full detailsThe gator:RTC is a supplemental data logging tool to be used in conjunction with the gator:log, part of SparkFun's gator:bit series of gator-clippa...
View full detailsMk3 is very similar to Mk2 but with all the optional extras integrated (except Talon)The Robobit Makecode package supports all versions of Robobit ...
View full detailsTiny:bit is a robotic car for the micro:bit education market. It is compact, easy to assemble, and easy to move in tight spaces. The Tiny:bit smart...
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Power:bit button cell board is a micro expansion board in the smallest size equipped with a buzzer. It can not only supply power to the board but i...
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The British Invasion is here! No, not music... microcontrollers! The BBC micro:bit is one of the easiest ways to learn programming and electronics....
View full detailsThis great little adaptor lets you change the oritentation of your BBC micro:bit from horizontal to vertical, or vice versa.As an added bonus, the ...
View full detailsThe SparkFun Inventor's Kit for micro:bit Lab Pack includes 10 complete micro:bit Inventor's Kits, an SIK Refill Pack and 25 AAA-sized batteries to...
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The ACCESS:bit is a bolt-on/clip-on board for the BBC micro:bit that simulates an access barrier. It Includes a switch for turning the integrated 3...
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DescriptionThe micro:bit Classroom Lab Pack includes 10 micro:bit boards and everything you need to get you started with the new learning platform....
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Take your microbit robotics builds to the next level with the Kitronik All-in-one Robotics Board for the BBC micro:bit. The All-in-one Robotics ...
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The :GAME Controller is a handheld gaming platform for the micro:bit. It's got; programmable buttons, haptic feedback & more. Use it for gam...
View full detailsThe Crowtail STEAM Edu Kit for Micro:bit contains 12 common Crowtail modules, it’s a great way to build innovative projects to learn programming...
View full detailsCodeBug™ is a fun, engaging, entry level introduction to simple programming and electronic concepts to anyone, at any age. It is easy to program us...
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Python Fix Now In Beta: Good News: The fix has now been added to a beta version of the Python editor for testing. Please note that although the...
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Six handy touch-sensitive buttons and LEDs for your micro:bit. Use touch:bit as a controller for games on micro:bit's LED matrix, or combine it ...
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The SparkFun gator:bit is an all-in-one “carrier” board for your micro:bit that provides you with a fully functional development and prototyp...
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 detailsThe British Invasion is here! No, not music...microcontrollers! New to Australia is the newest and easiest way to learn programming and electronics...
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View full detailsAre you a traveler? Do you remove ever ounce of extra weight from your gear? The SparkFun 1 meter Traveler microB cable is designed for the minimal...
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