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Project Goal

The project goal is to create a whole kit of materials to incorporate the Sphero BOLT coding robot with students to engage in programming and Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math within the gifted classroom.  

 

How Project Benefits Students

Students are interested and excited to learn with hands on experiences and love robots. Technology and engineering are going to be high demand areas in the future and now. Our students today need to have opportunities with as many ways as possible to find our next engineers. This is supported by a recent to article published in The Harvard Gazette (November 2021) in which employment in STEM occupations has grown 79 percent in the past three decades, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The need for a vast, talented citizen in STEM-related fields has never been more necessary, said Bridget Long, dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Using the Sphero BOLT coding robot students are experiencing and enhancing their problem-solving along teamwork skills in the classroom environment that encourages experimentation, ingenuity and creativity. Sphero BOLT coding robot uses block coding that is an ideal pathway into technology development for students. The block coding allows for new learnings into core coding skills in an easy, fun way for students to grasp.

This project will benefit students by exhibiting creativity through the use of advanced programmable sensors and 8x8 LED matrix. Students will be able to explore coding and robotics with hands-on creative play with endless possibilities. Beginner to advanced level of programming for students to work through over time with access to a library of educational games and activities.  

 

Expected Outcome(s)

With the generous funding of this grant proposal, children will have the opportunity to participate in STEM education. This could spark an interest in science and technology that could lead to a life changing invention or discovery. Students will have new experience, gain confidence and develop perseverance to strengthen their skills. Ideally, creating critical thinkers that will change the world for the better. The opportunities provided with the materials in this project would allow students to gain further knowledge and experience to reach their full scientific literacy potential.  

 

Detailed Cost Summary

3 - Sphero BOLT coding robot includes (3) Sphero BOLT robot ball, (3)Inductive charging base with USB charging cable, (3) 360-degree protractor with heading, directions, and clock, (3) Sphero sticker sheet, (3) Quick start guide - $537
1- Sphero Space and Soccer Code Mat, blast off into orbit and explore the solar system with Sphero Outer Space while gaining the foundations for computational thinking or dribble down the field in hopes of programming a goal for your team with Sphero Soccer Pitch. Two-sided, 86in x 45in Sphero Code Mat and 3x Sets of Activity Cards per Code Mat - $180
1- Nubby Cover, protects against scratches and scuffs, Turbo Covers give you the traction and control to speed past your competition - $15.00
1- Chariot, carry cargo, turn it into the ultimate spy-bot by adding a phone to the custom carrier, snap on toy building bricks to design your own creation, or just battle friends in an all out chariot. - $20.00
1- Educator guide, Our in-depth, standards-aligned BOLT guide walks you through getting started with BOLT, our #1 robot used in schools across the globe, and includes eight cross-curricular classroom lessons for grades 3 and up to inspire you and your students. $49.00
1 Sphero Fundamentals - Self-Guided Course Professional Learning course walks you through getting started with the Sphero Edu Program, the Sphero Edu app, and how to apply it all in your classroom. Created by the pros from our professional learning team, this course will take you into a deep dive into Draw, Block Based programming, and Javascript text programming. We’ll wrap it up with suggested classroom applications for all grade levels, experience and content areas. - $100.00
1 - Sphero Terrain Park, Ramp, roll and ride the rails. With five challenging configurations, the customizable Sphero Terrain Park puts your skills to the ultimate test. - $20.00
1 - Sphero Maze Tape, 5 Maze Tape rolls (Total of 65 meters of tape) - $25.00
 

 

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