AELOS 1S

AELOS 1S

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AELOS 1S

AELOS 1S is humanoid robot with some excellent features and specifications. The robot looks like those robots which are found in science fiction movies like Robocop, Transformer etc.

 

Official website:

http://www.lejurobot.com/aelos-1s/

 

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General decription:

Leju developed two apps for controlling AELOS 1S:

  1. AELOS 1S app for direct control
  2. AELOS STEM for block-specific programming

AELOS 1S app is for realizing the basic control so that users can experience the fun of a humanoid robot.

To make AELOS more potential and logically rich, there is AELOS STEM. By using this app, you can program the robot yourself. The AELOS STEM is also divided into three sections: the explorer, the new project and my project. For ideal programming enlightenment, AELOS STEM uses Google’s complete visual programming language.

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Aelos 1s, is humanoid robot, is packed with fun and exciting features perfect for all the family to enjoy, not only does he move and dance but can hold boxing matches and even play football. However, he is really teaching about programming, tutoring in the basics of robot operation.

It has no dedicated YouTube channel but there are a lot of separated videos, like this one:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hODbWsINiEw

Info for teachers:

This robot is a perfect choice for the age group of 9-15 years.

To educate the children of tomorrow, provided APP based on Google’s Blockly programming language for children to learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Aelos is not only a toy but an expert teacher!

 

Supports learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. It is suitable for cultivating logical thinking and hands-on skill.

Scratch, Python, Javascript (incl. Blockly library) plus many other languages.

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Airblock

Airblock

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Airblock

A transformable, flying robot, made especially for children.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/airblock

 

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General decription:

Airblock is made up of 1 core master module, and 6 power modules. Connect them magnetically to quickly build an aircraft, a hovercraft or a variety of other DIY configurations. All Airblock modules have an innovative magnetic design. Assemble with a single touch and you’re ready to fly.

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Via the MakeBlock coding app, children can control their robot with instructions they program themselves. They will be learning to program and create at the same time, through play.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

$99 per item

Info for teachers:

Guiding creativity

There are numerous examples of construction and play on the Makeblock App. They are all specially designed to guide children as they begin the creative process, practice different skills, master them, and start creating independently.

Programming Guide

Detailed software instructions allow children to easily get to grips with programming and exercise their logical thinking. Using the systematic methods they can attempt to solve everyday problems with programming.

 

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Whilst they play, children can learn block-based programming, the principles of aerodynamics, exercise logic and use their critical thinking skills.

Scratch based block programming.

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Arduino

Arduino

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Arduino

Arduino is an open-source electronics platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software.

 

Official website:

https://www.arduino.cc

 

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Related community websites:

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Many various options available at https://store.arduino.cc

Arduino is an open-source electronics platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software. Arduino boards are able to read inputs – light on a sensor, a finger on a button, or a Twitter message – and turn it into an output – activating a motor, turning on an LED, publishing something online. You can tell your board what to do by sending a set of instructions to the microcontroller on the board.

 

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Info for teachers:

Arduino is intended for anyone making interactive projects, irrespective of age or school level.

A worldwide community of makers – students, hobbyists, artists, programmers, and professionals – has gathered around this open-source platform, their contributions have added up to an incredible amount of accessible knowledge that can be of great help to novices and experts alike: http://forum.arduino.cc/

There’s also a whole Arduino Education portal with a wealth of resources for users: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Education

All STEM related subjects

Arduino programming language

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Bioloid

Bioloid

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Bioloid

All-round robot kit for education/robot competitions/entertainment.

The Bioloid is an educational robot kit which helps you learn the basics of structures and principles of robot joints.

 

Official website:

http://www.robotis.us/bioloid-1/

 

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General decription:

$1.199,00  per Bioloid Premium KIT

The Bioloid is an educational robot kit which helps you learn the basics of structures and principles of robot joints. And you can expand its application to the engineering, inverse kinematics, and kinetics.

It is also for hobbyists who enjoy building customized robots and is the most frequently used robot kit for various robot competitions.

A review in Swedish from Finland

 

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Info for teachers:

  • Secondary school / Age 15+
  • Intermediate and advanced levels
  • Everything is included with the kit
  • With Bioloid you can create any types of robots inspired by all living creatures.
  • Bio+ All + Droid = BIOLOID

 

Robotics, Mechanics, Electronics, English language, Science, Mathematics

RoboPlus

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Boe-Bot

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Boe-Bot

Build your own rolling robot with a BASIC Stamp 2 microcontroller brain! Just follow the clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrations with the included book, Robotics with the Boe-Bot. Great for high schools, colleges, hobbyists, it is also a good choice for the BSA Robotics Merit Badge.

 

Official website:

https://www.parallax.com/product/boe-bot-robot

 

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General decription:

$ 199.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

Secondary school, Age 13+

https://www.exploringrobots.com/index.php/grade-levels/high-8-12/boe-bot-electronics-curriculum.html

 

Science, Technology,  Engineering, Mathematics, English language

BlocklyProp

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BrickPi

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BrickPi

BrickPi is best for someone who already has LEGO MINDSTORMS sensors and motors. The BrickPi connects to the Raspberry Pi, and replaces the MINDSTORMS Brick (brain of MINDSTORMS system). If you don’t already have LEGO MINDSTORMS, check out our complete robot kit, the GoPiGo.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/brickpi/

 

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General decription:

https://m.me/dexterindustries?fbclid=IwAR1SX7DSYcKgN8HX579wzGM2XlnaRROrMfN5Qgy0f5wYUqbtzmbZ9jxFX3o

 $ 1,199.99 – BrickPi3 Classroom Kit

BrickPi is best for someone who already has LEGO MINDSTORMS sensors and motors. The BrickPi connects to the Raspberry Pi, and replaces the MINDSTORMS Brick (brain of MINDSTORMS system). If you don’t already have LEGO MINDSTORMS, check out our complete robot kit, the GoPiGo.

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/product-category/curriculum/

 

S.T.E.M., Engineering, 3D modelling, language, science, mathematics

Python, Scratch, or Java

Secondary School, Age 12+

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BYOR

BYOR

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BYOR

The BYOR-Schoolkit is designed especially for educational purposes. With the BYOR-schoolkit, pupils can quickly experience success, which brings motivation. After this, there are several ways to create depth: through the design cycle, use of different materials, programming of the chip, etc.

 

Official website:

https://www.byor.nl/en/

 

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General decription:

https://www.byor.nl/en/inspiratie/

€ 199,95 per BYOR Schoolkit

Support page: https://www.byor.nl/en/support/

 

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Info for teachers:

https://www.byor.nl/en/educatie/

English and Dutch languages

Design, coding, 21. century skills, environment, art

Ardublockly

Primary school, Age 8+

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Cubelets

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Cubelets

Designed for all ages cubelets robot blocks are great for nearly any age and all skill levels. Cubelets are used to teach different skills depending on a child’s developmental stage.

 

Official website:

https://www.modrobotics.com/cubelets/

 

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General decription:

Sets (Creative Constructors PLUS Pack, Inspired Inventors Pack):

  • $2,100 for 6 students
  • $3,900 for 12 students

Cubelets are the only toy that uses Tactile Coding to help builders of nearly any age explore robotics, coding, and more. Uniquely designed, they are little bundles of software inside little bundles of hardware. As you build a robot, you learn to build a program. It’s a fun and fascinating way to introduce big ideas through play.

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Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 6+

Available at: https://www.modrobotics.com/education/educator-resource-hub/#lessons-units

There are over 50 free standards-aligned lessons and mini-units supported by Cubelets robot blocks. Lessons available for Pre-K through 12th grade.

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics + English language

By focusing on Computational Thinking, Cubelets builders learn the theories behind using data to solve problems before the semantics of programming. Cubelets in education have consistently been used to foster highly engaging lessons and activities. They’re a tech teaching tool proven to build collaboration and communication skills. They foster critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Cubelets Blockly

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Cubroid

Cubroid

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Cubroid

Introducing Cubroid, the world’s easiest coding block set that allows children to explore the world of technology and gain exposure to coding! Through dynamic connective blocks and simple coding, Cubroid offers a fun and educational experience for children to express their creativity.

 

Official website:

https://www.cubroid.com/

 

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General decription:

LEGO-compatible

 

Materials in Estonian language:

  • Cubroid Coding App
  • Cubroid Tablet Coding App
  • Cubroid Controll App

$150.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

https://education.cubroid.com/

Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, arts, english language

Scratch

Primary school – Secondary School, Age 8+

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Edison V2.0

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Edison V2.0

Edison is a STEM robot that comes ready to go but is also a build kit because Edison is compatible with Lego bricks which makes it possible to customize and build your own robot designs

 

Official website:

https://meetedison.com

 

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This robot can also be programmed using barcodes (with Python) which is suitable for more experienced coders.

Microbricand the company behind this robot has made robots for use in schools since 2004.

 

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  • One robot (EdPack 1) 49.00 $
  • Two robots (STEM starter pack) 114,00 $
  • 10 pack  (EdPack10) 369,00 $.

The company is based in Australia but they ship worldwide and there are resellers in Europe like RoboShop https://www.robotshop.com/eu
Software is free of charge and teaching materials (lessons and worksheets) are open sourced and licensed under Creative Commons.

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Info for teachers:

  • Age 6+
  • Beginners, intermediate, advanced level

The Edison developers have on their homepage available for download lessons and other teaching material for programming the robot. Language support for their materials are in English, Swedish, Polish, Spanish, Turkish, Greek, French, Estonian, Czech and many more.

Edison has great language support mainly because they have a community of users devoted to translating and producing lessons for Edison.

Math, science, motion physics, design.

Edison is a STEM robot that comes ready to go but is also a build kit because Edison is compatible with Lego bricks which makes it possible to customize and build your own robot designs. With the Edison kit as the base and then extend it with lego almost as far as your imagination takes you.

  • Block coding using Edison’s own apps EdScratch and EdBlocks which are very similar to the standard version of  Scratch.
  • Text coding using EdPy witch is coding in Python

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Engino Robotic Pro

Engino Robotic Pro

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Engino Robotic Pro

The Engino Robotics Platform (ERP) is specially designed for Primary and Secondary school children and even for robotic hobbyists! It takes into account the latest technological trends and the most modern pedagogical principles of learning. Both sets – PRO and MINI – consist of all the necessary parts for building and programming a variety of robots.

 

Official website:

https://www.engino.com/w/index.php/products/robotics

 

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General decription:

279€ (https://www.oomipood.ee/en/product/stem70_stem_robotics_erp_pro_1_3_with_bluetooth)

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Info for teachers:

https://enginoeducation.com/curriculum/

Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, english language

ERP 1.3 Simulator

Age 8 – 16 (Primary – Secondary School)

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Evolution robot

Evolution robot

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Evolution robot

Explore the world of robotics easily with the fascinating and spectacular Evolution Robot! When you’ve finished building it, you can program it to pick up and carry objects using its moving arms, torso and caterpillar tracks. What’s more, using the keyboard located on its back, you can even program the Robot manually!

 

Official website:

https://www.clementoni.com/es-en/55191-evolution-robot/

 

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General decription:

 € 49,90 – 56,90

Clementoni has developed a free APP compatible with tablet and smartphone which allows five different play modes: Programming, Real time, Self-learning, Dancing and Memo!

Materials in Polish:

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Info for teachers:

Primary School, Age 8+

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Mechanics, technology, engineering, mathematics

Evolution Robot can among other things pick up objects and move them around. It is programmable by app.

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FABLE Explore!

FABLE Explore!

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FABLE Explore!

Build your own robots in seconds

Combining function, build and extension modules gives pupils endless possibilities to create different types of robots.

With the Fable educational robot kits, you can teach programming, robotics and innovation in middle school, secondary schools, even at university level.

 

Official website:

https://www.shaperobotics.com/product/the-fable-explorer-set/

 

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General decription:

  • $575.00 one kit; 
  • $4,674.00 class set

https://www.shaperobotics.com/product/the-fable-explorer-set/

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Info for teachers:

Programming – Robotics – Innovation

English language

Blockly – Python

Primary school – Secondary schools – University, Age 8+

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GoPiGo

GoPiGo

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GoPiGo

The GoPiGo is a complete kit to build your own robot car. GoPiGo works at the level you’re at — whether you are a parent looking for a smart, fun weekend project to do with your kid, a teacher looking for a way to increase engagement in your science course, or a grad student in need of a platform for your robotics research that requires mobility.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/gopigo3/

 

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General decription:

https://m.me/dexterindustries?fbclid=IwAR1SX7DSYcKgN8HX579wzGM2XlnaRROrMfN5Qgy0f5wYUqbtzmbZ9jxFX3o

$ 1,499.99 – GoPiGo Beginner Classroom Kit

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/product-category/curriculum/

Official teaching materials must be purchased. Price varies from $ 50 – 2000

 

S.T.E.M., coding

Python, Scratch, or Java

Secondary School, Age 12+

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GrovePi

GrovePi

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GrovePi

GrovePi is an electronics board that you can connect to hundreds of different sensors, so you can program them to monitor, control, and automate devices in your life.

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/grovepi/

 

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General decription:

  • $39.99 – Board
  • $149.99 – Base kit
  • $229.99 – Starter kit
  • $1199.99 – Classroom kit

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Info for teachers:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/grovepi-tutorials-documentation/

GrovePi invention curriculum must be purchased for $2000

 

S.T.E.M., coding

Python, Scratch, or Java

Age 9+

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Jimu Robot

Jimu Robot

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Jimu Robot

STEM learning with Jimu Robots enables kids to learn coding from a young age. In a few years everyone will be expected to have programming skills. Jimu Robot Kits will enable the child to learn and retain basic coding skills for their future academic and real world applications.

 

Official website:

https://ubtrobot.com/collections/jimu-robots

 

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General decription:

$ 129.95 Individual set

Mobile apps on Google play and Appstore

Offers also attractive kits for girls: https://ubtrobot.com/products/mythical-series-unicornbot-kit

 

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Info for teachers:

Teaching materials online ar not available. Tutorial materials for robots are included to the robotic kits.

S.T.E.M.

Jimu App – Blockly coding

Primary school, Age 8+

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Lego Education Coding Express

Lego Education Coding Express

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Lego Education Coding Express

Inspire early learners to explore early coding concepts such as sequencing, looping and conditional coding, while developing problem solving skills, critical thinking, collaboration and social and emotional skills.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/preschool/intro

 

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General decription:

$189.95 per set

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Info for teachers:

Age 2+, Beginners

There are 18 languages: Europeans – Asians – America

Creative exploration, early math and science, communication, social emotional development

Free App for iOS and Android devices is included and provides 4 themed activities: Journeys, Characters, Music and Math

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Lego Mindstorms EV3

Lego Mindstorms EV3

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Lego Mindstorms EV3

LEGO®MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 is a hands-on, cross-curricular STEM solution that engages students by providing the resources to design, build and program their creations while helping them develop essential 21st-century skills such as creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/middle-school/intro

 

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Software available at https://education.lego.com/en-us/downloads

The most famous one: http://www.firstlegoleague.org/

$411.95 for KIT (2/3 students)

Info for teachers:

Primary school – Secondary school, Age 10+

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  • Science – Technology – Engineering – Math – Maker – Coding
  • 18 languages: Europeans – Asians – America

LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3

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Lego WeDo

Lego WeDo

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Lego WeDo

LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 brings to life 280 building elements that motivate students to collaborate, build, problem-solve, and explore, all while deepening their STEAM learning and developing 21st-century skills.

 

Official website:

https://education.lego.com/en-us/elementary/intro

 

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General decription:

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https://education.lego.com/en-us/downloads/wedo-2/software

The most famous one: http://www.firstlegoleague.org/

$197.95 for Kit 3 children

Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 7+

 

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Introducing computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun and engaging way.

STEM and coding

WeDo 2.0 App – PC software

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Little bits

Little bits

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Little bits

Littlebits is the easiest and most versatile 21st Century tool for invention-based learning.

 

Official website:

https://littlebits.com/

 

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General decription:

https://littlebits.com/pages/community

 $ 299,95 for Kit (3 students)

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Info for teachers:

https://littlebits.com/pages/educators

Programming, electronics, cooperation, STEM, English language

  • littleBits Code Kit App for PC
  • littleBits App
  • Droid Inventor

Primary school, Age 8+

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Mabot

Mabot

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Mabot

AI STEAM toy which let kids build, customize, and program robots, exploring mechanics, engineering, coding, and developing STEAM skills.

 

Official website:

https://www.bellrobot.com/mabot.html

 

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General decription:

Mabot starter kit $199.00 from Amazon

  • ToyAward Winner 2019 Category Startup. Has got several good reviews on social media and from reviewers on the internet.
  • DIY humanoid, tank, gorilla, vehicle or any other robot with Mabot and program it with Mabot Apps on your smartpfone or Ipad.

 

Swedish review on the Mabot kit

 

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Info for teachers:

  • Age 8+
  • Beginners and intermediate levels
  • Modular design, easy to assemble
  • Multi-angle plug for multiple forms of robots
  • Hot-plugging function allows easy accessibility and uninterrupted gaming
  • Compatible with Lego

The robot is developing the children’s skills to build, customize, and program robots, exploring mechanics, engineering, coding, and developing STEAM skills.

Block programming in an Scratch based app

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Makey Makey

Makey Makey

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Makey Makey

Design your own controller with everyday materials like playdough or graphite pencils.

Control your favorite Scratch game while you learn to code.

 

Official website:

https://makeymakey.com/

 

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Makey Makey apps available at: https://makeymakey.com/blogs/how-to-instructions/apps-for-plug-and-play

 

  • $ 699,95 STEM Pack – Classroom Invention Literacy Kit
  • EUR 50 – single item

 

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Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 8+

Scratch is in 40 languages

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soft electrical circuits, mathematics, language, science, music

Scratch Desktop 3.0

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mBot

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mBot

mBot is a STEAM education robot for beginners, that makes teaching and learning robot programming simple and fun.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/mbot

 

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General decription:

With just a screwdriver, the step by step instructions, and a study schedule, children can build a robot from scratch and experience the joys of hands-on creation.

mBot has 4 expansion ports and can connect to more than 100 kinds of electronic modules. Children can use a variety of add-on packs and more than 500 parts on the Maker’s Platform to build a variety of imaginative shapes. During construction, they will learn about the principles of electronics and mechanics and lay the foundations for understanding robots. mBot is also compatible with LEGO bricks meaning gameplay can continue to grow over time.

 

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The Makeblock App is a piece of powerful operating software. It enables children to control their mBot at the touch of a button, or combine the preset control settings any way they choose. mBot is even simple enough for children who have not yet learnt to read.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

$69,99 –  $99,00

Info for teachers:

From primary school, Age 9+

On the official Makeblock Education site http://education.makeblock.com/ there are mBot case studies alongside examples of related teaching guides. Meanwhile mBot’s potential continues to grow as teachers from all over the world compile new teaching materials, which are now available in 10 languages including Chinese, English, French and German. Whether you’re a student, parent or educator, you are sure to find your ideal teaching resources on the Makeblock platform, so that you can learn and teach programming more easily.

 

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Mbot lessons:

Robotics, electronics, block-based programming, design, STEM, English language

Whilst they play, children learn about a variety of robotic machinery and electronic parts, get to grips with the fundamentals of block-based programming, and develop their logical thinking and design skills.

Block-based programming with Makeblock software.

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mBot Ranger

mBot Ranger

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mBot Ranger

mBot Ranger is an advanced version of mBot, that comes with 3 preset forms, for three times the fun! From construction and operation through to programming, Ranger allows children to receive STEAM education in a simple and fun way. Ranger also gets children started on robot programming, advancing with them as they grow and develop their problem solving abilities.

 

Official website:

https://www.makeblock.com/steam-kits/mbot-ranger

 

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General decription:

With just a screwdriver, the step by step instructions, and a study schedule, children can build a robot from scratch and experience the joys of hands-on creation.

mBot has 4 expansion ports, and can connect to more than 100 kinds of electronic modules. Children can use a variety of add-on packs and more than 500 parts on the Maker’s Platform to build a variety of imaginative shapes. During construction, they will learn about the principles of electronics and mechanics and lay the foundations for understanding robots. mBot is also compatible with LEGO bricks meaning gameplay can continue to grow over time.

 

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The Makeblock App is a piece of powerful operating software. It enables children to control their mBot at the touch of a button, or combine the preset control settings any way they choose. mBot is even simple enough for children who have not yet learnt to read.

Yes, makex robotics competitions http://www.makex.io/en

€ 149,99 per item

Info for teachers:

From primary school, Age 8+

On the official Makeblock Education site http://education.makeblock.com/ there are mBot case studies alongside examples of related teaching guides. Meanwhile mBot’s potential continues to grow as teachers from all over the world compile new teaching materials, which are now available in 10 languages including Chinese, English, French and German. Whether you’re a student, parent or educator, you are sure to find your ideal teaching resources on the Makeblock platform, so that you can learn and teach programming more easily.

Mbot lessons:

http://education.makeblock.com/resource/mbot-lessons-mblock/

Robotics, electronics, block-based programming, design, STEM, English language

Whilst they play, children learn about a variety of robotic machinery and electronic parts, get to grips with the fundamentals of block-based programming, and develop their logical thinking and design skills.

Block-based programming with Makeblock software; Python

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Micro:bit

Micro:bit

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Micro:bit

The BBC micro:bit is a handheld, programmable micro-computer that can be used for all sorts of cool creations, from robots to musical instruments – the possibilities are endless.

 

Official website:

https://microbit.org/

 

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€19,98 per item

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Info for teachers:

Primary and Secondary school, Age 8+

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Coding, design, science, art, math, music, sport, dance

It can be coded from any web browser in Blocks, Javascript, Python, Scratch and more.

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Mini Bots

Mini Bots

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Mini Bots

The Mini Bots have their own special approach to robots and make it easy for children to discover this special world. The clever robot models can follow lines and avoid hindrances. Five nimble action robots can be made from actuators and sensors, such as IR trail sensor and push buttons.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/533923-robotics-mini-bots

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Approximately £100 in Amazon per item.

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Key Learning Objectives:

  • From electronics to robotics!
  • Understand the focal points controlling and rules
  • Use the ROBOTICS module and its set programs to activate 5 agile driving robots
  • How actuators and sensors work 
  • Deepen and practice project and group work

Info for teachers:

Primary level, Secondary level, Study / vocational school

https://www.fischertechnik.de/de-de/service/elearning/spielen/robotics-mini-bots

languages: German, English, Spanish

Fischertechnik learning materials support in teaching technical concepts of science, engineering and physics in a practical way and introducing them to your secondary school and college students or your apprentices.

The Mini Bots program is saved to the ROBOTICS module and can be easily chosen using the DIP switch.

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Mio the robot 2.0 (Clementoni)

Mio the robot 2.0 (Clementoni)

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Mio the robot 2.0 (Clementoni)

Mio is an inexpensive and fun STEM robot made by Clementoni an Italian company that makes a lot of robots and other teaching toys that are classified as STEM  products.

 

Official website:

https://www.clementoni.com/pt-en/67580-mio-robot-20

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

When Mio arrives you start by assembling it from pieces learning as you build how all the parts work together to make a functioning robot.

Sometimes using software to program a robot is much easier than trying to do these calculations and estimations in your head. With Mio the robot you have to visualize the command sequences needed before you enter them by hand on the buttons at the back of the robot. This shows the pupils that some things can be programmed even if there are no way to do this using a computer, tablet or phone.

 

Product info in Swedish:

Materials in Polish:

This robot may be found in ordinary department stores and the price there might be between 25-40 €.

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Info for teachers:

From age 6 and up

There are some good user made youtube videos showing creative ways to program the robot and how to make use of its accessories like the arm with a magnet and the arm that can hold a pen. Youtube videos showing Mio the robot can be found in a variety of languages like english, italian and portuguese.

 

Math, motion physics, art  

No software programming used. This robot is programmed by pushing buttons that are attached to the robot itself.  

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MOSS

MOSS

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MOSS

Build upon your budding interest in robotics with the Zombonitron 1600. Combine the 16 included robot pieces and 56 steel spheres to create hundreds of robot curiosities that respond to proximity or light. This little kit enables a micro-universe of kinematic creation and the best place to start inventing your own robots!

 

Official website:

https://www.modrobotics.com/MOSS/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

$199.99 per item

Materials in Estonian:

 

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Info for teachers:

Primary school – Secondary school, Age 9+

Resources for teachers available on the website https://www.modrobotics.com/MOSS/

STEM, English language

Scratch

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PivotPi

PivotPi

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PivotPi

The PivotPi is a complete kit to turn anything in your world into a moving robot. PivotPi works at the level you’re at — whether you are a parent looking for a smart, fun weekend project to do with your kid, a teacher looking for a way to integrate STEAM concepts, or a grad student wanting to build a robotic arm!

 

Official website:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/pivotpi/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://www.dexterindustries.com/pivotpi-tutorials-documentation/

$99-$199 per item

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Info for teachers:

Primary school, Age 10+

https://www.dexterindustries.com/dextered/

STEM subjects.

Python, Scratch, Java, NodeJS, C/C++

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Rero

Rero

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Rero

Rero will allow anybody to quickly and flexibly build a robot that can move in many directions, allowing quick prototyping or in a kid’s world, allow the child to build a robot to quickly achieve what he or she wants to do.

 

Official website:

https://www.rero.io/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://www.rero.io/community

€ 400.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

Secondary school, 14+.

Official curriculum and teaching materials are not available online for free

STEM, English language

Rero Planner (Web App Version)

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RoboMaker Pro

RoboMaker Pro

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RoboMaker Pro

This innovative laboratory brings incredible intelligent robots to life and opens up the final frontier of educational robotics!

 

Official website:

https://www.clementoni.com/pt-en/67594-laboratorio-de-robotica/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

€ 60,00 per item

Materials in Polish:

 

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Info for teachers:

Age 10+

Official teaching materials are not available online for free.

STEM subjects

Is an advanced robot that can be built in several models and the parts used reminds one of legos. It is programmable by app

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RoboThink

RoboThink

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RoboThink

The RoboThink Robotics Program is a hands-on learning experience where students from K-12 can use our amazing robotics kit to design and build robots of all shapes, sizes and functions!

 

Official website:

https://www.myrobothink.com/robotics

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://www.robothinkfranchise.com/financial

The franchise includes all needed hard- and software, but is very expensive.

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Available for Windows and MAC OS

Info for teachers:

Primary School – Secondary School, Age 8+

Materials must be purchased: https://www.myrobothink.com/coding

STEM, English language

Scratch

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Robotics & Electropneumatics

Robotics & Electropneumatics

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Robotics & Electropneumatics

Ideal educational construction set for constructing and programming true-to-life electropneumatic machines and robots. The topics electropneumatics and vacuum technology are illustrated using exciting compressed air motor, color sorting robot, and flipper models for colored work pieces, as well as ball obstacle course robots. The powerful, yet compact compressor guarantees the model has a reliable supply of compressed air.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/533019-robotics-electropneumatics

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/93296-edu-robo-pro-software-education

$2184,00 per set

CAUTION: absolutely necessary for operation is the TXT Controller, the Software ROBO Pro, the Accu Set or Power Set

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Info for teachers:

Secondary level, Study / vocational school

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/service/elearning/teaching

STEM education

Software ROBO Pro

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Robotics Advanced

Robotics Advanced

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Robotics Advanced

Professional and complete learning set on the topic of robotics for advanced schools, universities, vocational schools, colleges, and for continued education or training.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/533018-robotics-advanced

 

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General decription:

TXT Controller firmware version 4.2.4 or higher

$540 per set

CAUTION: absolutely necessary for operation is Accu Set

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Info for teachers:

Secondary level, Study / vocational school; Age 14+

Innovative fischertechnik learning materials support you in teaching technical concepts in a practical way and introducing them to your secondary school and college students or your apprentices. The included didactic activity booklet with teacher and instructional materials offers display models and tasks to help you quickly prepare lessons, and includes problems with solutions, handouts, and copy templates.Teaching materials are available on the included CD and for free download from the eLearning portal: www.fischertechnik-elearning.com

STEM education

Graphical programming software ROBO Pro

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Robotics in Industry

Robotics in Industry

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Robotics in Industry

This Robotics educational construction set is focused on constructing and programming robotics for true-to-life industrial applications. Four real-life, fully functional industrial robots: A high-bay shelving system, 3-axis robot, and two additional gripper arm robots can be built and programmed.

 

Official website:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/533020-robotics-in-industry

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://www.fischertechnik.de/en/products/teaching/stem-robotics/93296-edu-robo-pro-software-education

$270 per set

CAUTION: absolutely necessary for operation is the TXT Controller, the Software ROBO Pro, the Accu Set or Power Set

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Info for teachers:

Secondary level, Study / vocational school

www.fischertechnik-elearning.com (languages: German, Spanish, English)

 

STEM education

Software ROBO Pro

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Robotis Dream II

Robotis Dream II

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Robotis Dream II

ROBOTIS DREAM is SCIENCE – ROBOTIS DREAM helps you understand not only the principle of movement, but also speed, force,   principle of a leverage, elasticity and inertia.

 

Official website:

http://www.robotis.us/dream/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

  • R+Design
  • R+Design App

$ 219.95 Dream School Set

ROBOTIS DREAM enables you to create bipedal, quadrupeds, hexapods, as well as other different robots. Expand upon the original robots by using sensors to create more interesting robots.

The new DREAM II series now has 5 levels and 60 robot examples. All plates, rivets, motors, parts, etc. can be used interchangeably between the old DREAM sets and the new DREAM II sets.

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Info for teachers:

Available on http://www.robotis.us/dream/

 

  • Science – Technology – Engineering – Arts – Mathematics.
  • English language

Incorporated in the App

Primary school, Age 7+

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SAM LABS

SAM LABS

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SAM LABS

Giving you the tools and support to make the most of your lessons, SAM Labs makes learning interactive and engaging. It seamlessly connects software and hardware with lesson plans that cover a wide variety of subjects, making learning about coding accessible, experimental, interactive and fun.

 

Official website:

https://int.samlabs.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://medium.com/sam-labs

€ 449,00 – Course kit classroom size

SAM Labs kits are bursting with wireless electronic blocks that each have a personality of their own. From lights to motors to sliders to buzzers, every Bluetooth-enabled block can connect to the others via the app to do something different. Press a button to turn a light on!  Use a light sensor to activate an alarm! With the app, students can code the behaviours of blocks in any way they can imagine, enabling them to make anything from simple reactions to complex creations in minutes.

Students can use SAM Labs to design, write and debug programs, applying sequencing, selection and iteration. They will use logical reasoning to write algorithms, incorporating variables, inputs and outputs. Using the blocks and app, they will learn to control and simulate physical systems.

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Info for teachers:

https://int.samlabs.com/pages/teaching-materials

SAM Labs projects give you inspiration and step-by-step instructions to bring creative ideas to life in your classroom, making coding fun and exciting for your students. Supported with videos, the projects are a great starting point to help students come up with their own ideas. Students will be having so much fun, they won’t notice that they’re learning about how to design algorithms and programs to control and simulate physical systems!

SAM Labs helps both teachers and students discover coding in an accessible, fun and interactive way. The lesson plans and guides created for teachers, by teachers, make integrating SAM Labs into your classroom quick and easy. SAM Labs is aligned with international education standards to ensure projects and lesson plans can be used across the curriculum to benefit all teachers and all students.

 

S.T.E.A.M., Programming

Block based:

    1. SAM Space 
    2. SAM Blockly

Primary school. Age 8+

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Sparki

Sparki

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Sparki

Sparki makes programming simple to learn with its block-based programming software. Drag and drop colorful blocks to create simple programs that have Sparki beeping and moving in no time. ‘Real’ code generates side-by-side, so you can easily make the transition.

 

Official website:

http://arcbotics.com/products/sparki/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

https://discourse.arcbotics.com

 $ 149.00 per item

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Info for teachers:

100+ Free lessons. All the educator-written lessons are free, available to view before you buy and licensed in an educator-focused and remix-friendly Creative Commons license. Copy, print and email everything.  No subscriptions to sign up for, extra books to buy, accounts to sign up for, or apps to pay for.

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics, English language

Block-Based or C/C++

Primary school – Secondary school – High school, University; Age 8+

Learn C/C++ Code in Highschool. Learn to code with a “real” programming language. Sparki makes it easy with tons of samples code and lessons, using fun activities like drawing, music-making, maze-finding and simulated household chores.

University and up Arduino and More. Sparki has a suite of advanced sensors, precision motors, and uses Arduino, widely accepted in industry as the prototyping platform. 16 expansion ports make sure that what few things Sparki doesn’t do already, you can easily add.

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Speechi

Speechi

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Speechi

Unlike most known bricks, the bricks and parts of this kits are all clipped together according to a multitude of possible configurations. Indeed, the structure of the different models of building bricks is such that they can be clipped together horizontally, vertically and diagonally.

 

Official website:

https://www.speechi.net/fr/home/robots/ecole-robots-kits-robotiques-pour-apprendre-programmation/

 

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General decription:

€ 299,00 per item

Students will learn to program with icons in an age-appropriate programming environment that is ideal for simply addressing the logic of programming .

As robotics is the allied discipline of programming in the development of most objects of everyday life, an introduction to robotics is also proposed. This discipline seemed to us to be essential for students to have a concrete idea of ​​the areas of application of programming. The 3 programming manuals are complemented by 3 manuals dedicated to robotics to discover 3 basic mechanisms: wheels, gears and camshafts.

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Info for teachers:

The robotics kit – elementary school is, in fact, accompanied by 6 course manuals available for download from our School Robots website . Students will learn about Space and geometry: (to) locate and (move) using benchmarks.

The Education Box is perfect for teaching programming at all ages, from elementary to high school.

  • Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics.
  • Language French – English

Scratch.

Primary School – Secondary School, Age 9-14

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TETRIX MAX

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TETRIX MAX

Get the best of both worlds and take hands-on STEM learning to the next level with the TETRIX® MAX Dual-Control Robotics Set.

Complete with the PRIZM® Robotics Controller and wireless gamepad and receiver, this set comes with everything needed to create programmable or remote-controlled robots.

 

Official website:

https://www.pitsco.com/Shop/TETRIX-Robotics

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

 $ 960.00 for Dual-Control Robotics Set

Designed to provide one student or a team of up to four students with the hardware necessary to engineer, test, drive, or code robots, this set is complete with a builder’s guide and a programming guide that introduce the basics of building and coding through a series of hands-on projects.

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Info for teachers:

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics, English language

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Arduino software.

Secondary School, Age 12+

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TETRIX Prime

TETRIX Prime

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TETRIX Prime

The Intuitive Quick Rivet Building System. Everything you need for students to start building remote-controlled and autonomous robots with the TETRIX® PRIME system.

 

Official website:

https://www.pitsco.com/IT/Shop/TETRIX-Robotics/TETRIX-PRIME

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

 $ 623.75 per item

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Info for teachers:

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics

Learning Focus is on:

  • Engineering problem-solving
  • Robot assembly
  • Computer science
  • Statistics and data

 

Printed setup and builder’s/programmer’s guides which include: Step-by-step instructions for building models intended to familiarise students with all elements in a set, tips and tricks to develop sound building habits and exciting activities that challenge students to build, iterate, and compete with their designs.

Tetrix Ardublockly

Robotic Sets for grades 6 to 12, Age 12+

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Tinkerbots

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Tinkerbots

Tinkerbots is a whole world of robotics for kids. Construction kits, coding for kids apps & robots and stem toys that let your Arduino projects come to life. They are completely LEGO compatible.

 

Official website:

https://www.tinkerbots.com/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Tinkerbots World app to be downloaded from AppStore or Google Play.

Apps available on: https://www.tinkerbots.com/support/download/

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  • $149.00 for my first robot
  • $229.00 for robotics starter set
  • $279.00 for advanced robotics set
  • $399.00 for mega robotics set

My First Robot Kit includes a Powerbrain – the brain of your robot send all energy and data – a double motor module for extra speed and super quick moves, two brick adapters to combine your Tinkerbots with LEGO® or other building systems and various bricks to give your candy-inventor their special personality. The Powerbrain contains a Lithium Ion battery which fully recharges within an hour for many hours of playtime.

Info for teachers:

Age 6+

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Arduino Specials sets let children as young as six years old experience the wonder of building their own robot and programming it through the app, by recording a motion or even in C coding language through the open source platform Arduino.

Block programming and Arduino language programming.

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Turtlebot 3

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Turtlebot 3

TurtleBot3 is a new generation mobile robot that’s modular, compact and customizable. The goal of TurtleBot3 is to dramatically reduce the size of the platform and lower the price without having to sacrifice its functionality and quality, while at the same time offering expandability. 

 

Official website:

http://www.robotis.us/turtlebot-3/

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Raspberry Pi

Github: https://github.com/ROBOTIS-GIT/turtlebot3

$549.00 – $1,399.00

The TurtleBot can run SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) algorithms to build a map and can drive around your room. Also, it can be controlled remotely from a laptop, joypad or Android-based smart phone. The TurtleBot can also follow a person’s legs as they walk in a room. Also the TurtleBot3 can be used as a mobile manipulator capable of manipulating an object by attaching a manipulator like OpenMANIPULATOR. The OpenMANIPULATOR has the advantage of being compatible with TurtleBot3 Waffle and Waffle Pi robots.

 

Materials in Estonian:

Info for teachers:

Secondary School 

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STEM Education

Blockly, Python

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VEX EDR

VEX EDR

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VEX EDR

VEX’s integrated system of components means that students can focus on questions like “what happens if we change this arm?” instead of “why doesn’t this piece fit?”

 

Official website:

https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexedr

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

VEX’s integrated system of components means that students can focus on questions like “what happens if we change this arm?” instead of “why doesn’t this piece fit?”

By utilizing feedback from the students and teachers that use VEX every day, we embrace the value of “continuous improvement” and have developed a system truly driven by its users.

Beginners can get an immediate sense of accomplishment by building basic driveable robots in just a few hours.

VEX EDR robots are driven (literally) by cutting-edge technology adapted by our experts specifically for education. The VEX ARM® Cortex®-based Microcontroller acts as the robot “brain”, allowing for both autonomous and driver control of robots. VEX EDR robots can also bring code to life when programmed using a software solution like ROBOTC (included in ALL VEX kits). This microcontroller also includes VEXnet wireless communication, enabling remote control using up to two VEXnet Joysticks.

 

Materials in Estonian:

Several different competitions: https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexedr/competition

$ 439.99 per VEX EDR Starter Kit

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Info for teachers:

Hands-on curriculum options from Robomatter and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) give educators the tools that they need to help students develop problem-solving skills and learn programming fundamentals.

The FREE project-based VEX EDR Curriculum teaches the engineering design process in a hands-on manner that helps teachers to challenge, motivate, and inspire their students. The process of building a robot naturally incorporates many STEM lessons and applications, lessons that students will begin to automatically apply as they advance through the program.

More info: https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexedr/education

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics; English language

VEX Coding Studio

Secondary School

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VEX IQ

VEX IQ

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VEX IQ

VEX IQ is a snap-together robotics system designed from the ground up to provide this opportunity to future engineers of all skill levels. By packaging advanced concepts into an accessible package, the system also naturally encourages teamwork, problem solving, and leadership for students as young as second grade.

 

Official website:

https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexiq

 

Other online channels:

General decription:

Several different competitions: https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexiq/competition

$ 279.99 per Starter Kit with Sensors

At the heart of every robot is the VEX IQ Robot Brain, featuring a backlit LCD screen and 12 Smart Ports (configurable as either motors or sensors) for additional versatility in robot design. In the hands of every student is the VEX IQ Controller, a familiar and intuitive “video game”-style interface.

All electronics come with pre-installed Driver Control code, which means that students can drive their creations as soon as they’re built! This immediate feedback gives beginners an opportunity to get excited about their creation before diving into programming.

 

Materials in Estonian:

https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexiq/resources

Info for teachers:

From a young child just beginning to show interest in robotics to a veteran teacher implementing a school-wide club, VEX’s kit and bundle options fit a variety of needs.

Each kit includes graphical step-by-step build instructions to help students build their first robot. All kits are also structured around the VEX IQ Curriculum to ensure seamless integration into a STEM classroom.

VEX IQ serves as a great springboard into the VEX EDR platform as students grow older. The build fundamentals and programming styles apply to both programs, so lessons introduced while participating in VEX IQ continue to be relevant in VEX EDR and beyond.

Besides hands-on engineering expertise, a competitive environment instinctively instills other life skills like teamwork, perseverance, communication, collaboration, project management, and critical thinking.

More info: https://www.vexrobotics.com/vexiq/education

Science – Technology – Engineering – Mathematics; English language

Modkit for VEX

Primary School,  Age 8+

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