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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

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📣It's #ScratchWeek 2024! We're delighted to have so many FREE micro:bit & Scratch linked activities for you to participate in and get learners coding 🆓! #microbit #Scratch #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Meet the NEW micro:bit

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

To support families + children in the UK, the Micro:bit Educational Foundation is giving away 5,000 #microbit kits (a BBC micro:bit, a USB cable and battery cages). Kits will be sent on a 1st come, 1st served using the application form here.

Home learning with the BBC micro:bit

Ideas to keep young minds busy

www.microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

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⚡️BREAKING⚡️ #BBCmicrobit the next gen: a new partnership between the foundation, @bbceducation & @Nominet to inspire primary children to get more confident with technology & digital skills through the donation of 30 micro:bits to every UK primary school 🔗

BBC micro:bit - the next gen: nationwide project

Computing education to receive major boost

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

New resources alert! Have you seen the five new activity card sets which can be used in the classroom to program @scratch 3.0 with the #microbit ? Plus, teachers can remix cards to create unique activities for their students. Give them a whirl! #ISTE18

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

We’re delighted to launch our new #microbit coding platform, created with @Nominet , including new resources & #microbitClassroom - a unique coding space for 2 minute lesson setup! #edtech #edchat #STEM #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

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🆓TEACHER RESOURCE! 👉Want to share ALL the features of the micro:bit? 👉We've got a handy poster that explains it all. 👉Print it off for you classroom, share on your whiteboard or let pupils have access to it & explore. #microbit #TEACHers #STEM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

#Scratch3 is live! You can try it with your #microbit right now using our Scratch Activity Cards: Scratch 3.0 is an exciting expansion of a great way for kids to explore coding. Many congratulations to the @scratch team. Have fun! #STEM #CSEd #EdTech

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

⚡️BREAKING⚡️We are so excited to launch our 🆕Python Editor! Used with the BBC #microbit it will transform how you teach text-based coding languages to pupils with features such as ‘drag & drop’ code snippets, code structure highlighting & auto-complete. #edtechteacher #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Are you a fan of @Scratch , the visual programming language? Love #microbit too? Then you need our free Scratch 3.0 Activity Cards: They're a great way to explore coding - give the Dance, Drawing, Display, Stopwatch and Display cards a go #Scratch #EdTech

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

📢 Appel aux enseignants! 🇫🇷 Nous voulons connaître vos expériences et vos besoins lors de l’enseignement de Python et de l’utilisation du micro:bit. Faites partie de nos recherches pour partager vos réflexions et fournir des commentaires 👇

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Still the same pocket-sized computer, now with a speaker, a microphone and a touch sensor. Get to know the new #microbit here

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@microbit_edu

4 years

The new micro:bit can not only make noise but listen to it too! Check out this naughty #microbit mimicking the sounds it hears nearby.

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@microbit_edu

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🆓TEACHER RESOURCE! 👉Want to share ALL the features of the micro:bit? 👉We've got a FREE, handy poster that explains it all. 👉Print it off for you classroom, share on your whiteboard or let pupils have access to it & explore. #microbit #TEACHers #STEM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

How can you change the world using technology? Get your students involved in our latest challenge in collaboration with @TheWorldsLesson and @arm . It’s time to do your :bit for the #GlobalGoals ! Check out the new website for details and classroom resources

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

70% more girls said they would choose Computing as a school subject after using the #microbit We've ensured the micro:bit's development is backed with academic research. Read more here: #EdTech #EdChat #Education #CS #CSEd

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

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Is it too early to mention the 'C' word?! Not if you & your class DO NOT want to miss out on our very popular #microbit Christmas Code-Along 🤶 Join us & other schools as we code a festive decoration together🎄! Event details: 📅December 13 ⏰11am GMT 🔗

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

⚡️BREAKING⚡️ #BBCmicrobit the next gen: a new partnership between the foundation, @BBC_Teach & @Nominet to inspire primary children to get more confident with technology & digital skills through the donation of 30 micro:bits to every UK primary school🎉 🔗

BBC micro:bit - the next gen: nationwide project

Computing education to receive major boost

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

✨Elementary school students using @codeorg 's curriculum will now have access to new lessons which will show them how to bring code to life with the micro:bit 🙌 📢TEACHERS! Check out the resources available👇 #microbit #Teachers #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

In case you missed us at #ISTE18 , Introducing our new #microbit + #Scratch resources! Five new activity card sets which can be used in the classroom to program @scratch 3.0 when it's available later this year. #CS #edtech #ISTE18

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

We're very excited to see that the Beta of @scratch 3.0 - the next generation of Scratch - has been made live for the community today! Scratch works brilliantly with #microbit and you can try the Beta right now: #STEM #EdTech #Education #ScratchMIT2018

Scratch - micro:bit

Scratch is a free programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations.

scratch.mit.edu

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

10 months

📣TEACHERS! Check out our useful resources to support your classroom teaching with the micro:bit including: 💥printable student hand-outs 💥glossaries 💥reward certificates 💥posters #microbit #resources #teachers

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Incredible chompy #microbit powered robots by @microsofteduk 🤖 #STEM #Education #EdTech #EdChat #EdTechChat

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

The 🆕 #microbit Python Editor is designed to help students who are learning to code using a text-based language. It's full of tools to help you spend 👉more time teaching👈, from modelling programming tasks to testing and developing code 🙌 #edtechteachers #csteachers #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

70% more girls said they would choose Computing as a subject at school after using the #microbit . The micro:bits development is backed with academic research. We've had encouraging results so far: #Edu #EdTech

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

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⚡️BREAKING⚡️ We're really excited to share that we have made (GREAT) updates to micro:bit classroom! 👉The new features will help teachers with the practical challenges of teaching a class of students to code with the micro:bit 💪.

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

✨Our great friends at @codeorg now offer a self-paced professional learning experience for our Creating Apps with Devices unit featuring the micro:bit. Learn more at your own pace at a convenient time for you🙌 Check it out at ! #microbit #coding #teachers

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

😲 Big news!: 😲 micro:bit Live 2019 - our first annual gathering of the global #microbit community of educators & partners - comes to the UK on October 4-5. Want to host a workshop or talk? We want to hear from you via the link above! #microbitLive2019

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Announcement: our new competition - the #microbitGlobalChallenge - is now open! Using your micro:bit, can you solve a problem for a community and help to meet @TheGlobalGoals ? Get involved here: #GlobalGoals #WorldsLargestLesson @Arm @TheWorldsLesson

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

To celebrate the launch of the UK Primary project we are giving away free posters and stickers for your school UK schools can register for free 👉

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Save the date! micro:bit LIVE is returning 🎉 This year, we’ll be 100% virtual on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 December! See you then! 📅 #microbitLIVE

micro:bit LIVE 2021

Connect with educators, researchers, and tech developers from around the world

microbit.org

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@microbit_edu

6 years

We're glad to see people are enjoying using @BBC micro:bits with the @Scratch 3.0 beta. We updated our scratch cards recently for 3.0 - now's a great time to try them out: #Scratch #microbit #EdTech #Education #STEM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Simple guide: how to take live readings from your BBC micro:bit’s sensors and view them in a real-time graph: Follow the steps to do this yourself using #Python and Mu #EdTech #microbit #STEM #Edu #Education

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@microbit_edu

5 years

Calling all Teachers with BBC micro:bits - did you know you can link them together and produce a scrolling display for your school or class?: Follow @David_MS 's guide (via @Hacksterio ) to make your display... #EdTech #Education #Edu #STEM #microbit

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

3 years

Have you spotted the handy cardboard template that you can cut out and use to hold the micro:bit and battery pack together? We've published it here so you can download, print and have a go at making and customising them yourself

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

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🎉Congratulations to our new #microbitChampions 2024 who are joining us on our mission to inspire every child to create their best digital future. This year we've 355 Champions across the globe, with 62% being new to the cohort🤩 🗨️Introduce yourself & let us know your location🌎

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

Teachers in the UK! 🇬🇧 If you'd like a printed poster and some reward stickers for your students, you can register for FREE here and we’ll send them to you.

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

11 months

✨Elementary school students using @codeorg 's curriculum will now have access to new lessons which will show them how to bring code to life with the micro:bit 🙌 📢TEACHERS! Check out the resources available👇 #microbit #Teachers #coding

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@microbit_edu

11 months

✨Learning is at its best when pupils can make & see connections, so using coding in other subjects can really help with those 💡 moments. Take the thermometer sensor on the #microbit - it can be used in Maths, Science & Geography: #STEM #Teachers #coding

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

8 months

🎶PROJECT IDEA💡 Combine your love of music🎵 and programming 💻with these fun micro:bit projects which not only help computational thinking but sound good too! Take it one step further & code your own favourite tunes🎶! #microbit #coding #STEAM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

📻Did you know the micro:bit has a radio feature? 👉Find out how to use it to send messages, play games & make security alarms - projects are suitable for beginners to advanced users. 🆓 #microbit #coding #TEACHers

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Calling all teachers (and anyone who wants to learn all about their micro:bit quickly) - this guide from @Hacksterio will help you get to grips with the basics of the hardware:

Micro:bit Basics for Teachers Part 1 - The Hardware

Are you a teacher who wants to use micro:bit in your classroom, but doesn't know where to start? We'll show you how!

www.hackster.io

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Great ways to use #microbit with #Scratch 3.0: So much Scratch-meets-micro:bit action!: ✅ workshops with the @Scratch team at #BETT2019 ✅ our just-published article in @HelloWorld_Edu magazine ✅ dinosaurs eating tacos 🦕🌮 Read on for all the info...

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Download all three free issues of @micro_mag now: micro:mag is an unofficial magazine full of #microbit resources & content. It's for the community, by the community. Check out cover features on @scratch , amazing projects and #microbitsinlibraries

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Did you know you can program your micro:bit using @scratch or C++ ? As well as our official editors, we have a huge community making fantastic tools for programming, interacting and generally playing with #microbit . Have a look at all these great options:

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

⚡️BREAKING⚡️ The micro:bit has now been integrated to @codeorg ’s App Lab to add the benefits of 'making' to the classroom 💪🙌👏 #applab #microbit #coding

micro:bit added to App Lab lessons

www.microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Teachers – will your classes go for Life Under Water, or Life on Land for our #microbit 2019 challenge? Whichever your students choose, there’s a ton of activities and inspiration for them and you on . Entries open 16 September! #edtech #globalgoals

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

8 months

⚡️BREAKING⚡️ #BBCmicrobit - the next gen will feature in a week-long takeover across CBBC on favourite shows such as Blue Peter & Saturday Mash Up📺! Our campaign with @BBC_Teach & @Nominet aims to inspire UK youngsters to be excited by technology. #coding

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@microbit_edu

5 years

70% more girls said they would choose computing as a subject at school after using the BBC micro:bit: #microbit 's development is backed with academic research. We've had positive results so far - take a look on our website. #Education #EdTech #Edu #STEM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Are you ready? On 16 September entries open for do your :bit, our global micro:bit challenge for kids & teens to work on the #globalgoals . We can’t wait to see the incredible projects they come up with – look at last years winners! #microbit

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

🎅Ho Ho Ho!🧑‍🎄 Join us for a festive code-along on Thursday, 11am 🎄During the live lesson your class will be guided through each of the steps required to code a festive project✨ #microbit #teachers #Xmas

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

✨We've partnered with @codeorg to offer US elementary teachers lessons that allow them to use the micro:bit as an extension to their CS Fundamentals curriculum🙌. We've got 12 coding lessons over on their website👇 #micorbit #coding #teachers

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 months

👌Already have some micro:bits? Get them out of the box & start playing! 👉Why not try a beginner project with your class? 🪜You can code along with the step by step videos provided. #microbit #coding #TEACHers

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

'micro:bit of things' is a site by @hastklass for 'anyone who has their hands on a micro:bit and wants to know what they can do with it': It includes projects piloted for children in Key Stage 2 & 3, plus practical tips for micro:bit use

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

We ❤️ our giant micro:bits - can you spot the #microbit -for-scale? These are made by @Kitronik especially for our #BETT2019 stand - get tickets and come visit us at @ExCeLLondon , 23-26 January: They're fully-functional! We can't wait to show them off...

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

😁The whole micro:bit team are really enjoying this highlight from #MicrobitLive in Japan, showing that even the simplest of ideas can be creative and a lot of FUN! Happy weekend to you all 🎉🎉🎉 #microbit #FridayFun

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Scratch 3.0 is coming this August and will include new ways to create and share with #microbit and other physical devices

Scratch Team

@scratch

6 years

We’re releasing a new version of Scratch in August 2018! Here are 3 things to know about Scratch 3.0:

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

1 year

Our new resources in partnership with @codeorg are live! Each course has a guide which contains everything you need to use the #microbit to add the immersive power of physical #computing to your teaching of CS Fundamentals Course.

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

You can download both issues of the excellent @micro_mag for free, here: . They're full of projects, resources & news. micro:mag is an unofficial magazine all about #microbit - made for the community, by the community. #Education #STEM #EdTech

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

100,000 children aged 10-12 will be provided with access to micro:bits as part of a national initiative in Norway: Read about the project - funded by @spbstiftelsen - involving more than 2000 schools, 10 science centres & 160 coding clubs ( @kidsakoder )

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

7 years

#microbit is on @scratch !! @microbit_edu #edchat #edtech #caschat - try the beta at ScratchX

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Did you know that many of our activities can be completed without a physical micro:bit? 🤯 You can use the simulator in @MSMakeCode Have a look at our Make :it Code it page for inspiration. 👇

Make It: Code It projects

Quick micro:bit makes

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

The Summer 2019 Release of the Microsoft #MakeCode Editor is live!: New features: ✅ Functions with parameters: Text, Boolean, Number ✅ Green Screen: use recordings in lessons & lots more, see them via @MSMakeCode : #microbit

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

🎉 Wishing every member of the #microbit community a very happy 2019 🎉

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@microbit_edu

5 years

You can do amazing things with @Scratch and #microbit - have you tried our #Scratch3 activity cards yet?: It's been fun to see and share your #Scratch and micro:bit projects - keep them coming! #EdTech #STEM #CSEd #Education #Edu

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

You can use the BBC micro:bit V2 as a data logger, recording data from its built-in sensors. Data is stored on your micro:bit even when its power source is disconnected 🤯 Learn more about data logging here 👇

Data logging with the BBC micro:bit

log, store and visualise sensor data

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

3 months

✨We are thrilled that @codeorg 's CS Fundamentals course now includes specific resources incorporating the micro:bit - that we created specifically to help teachers develop pupils coding skills 🙌 👀Check it out👇 #microbit #coding #elementaryteachers

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@microbit_edu

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🤔Did you know you can use the #microbit in subjects other than computing? We've got a whole 🆕 #ProfessionalDevelopment course which shows how to use the micro:bit in Science lessons. With short videos & downloadable work sheets, it's easy to get started.

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

If you're one of the lucky (and fast!) first 5000 people to apply for a FREE micro:bit, we will send an email to confirm. 📯 We are aiming to get your #microbit to you within 5-10 days 📨. If you do not receive an e-mail please assume you've been unsuccessful on this occasion

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@microbit_edu

3 years

The packaging for the new #microbit is made from 100% recycled materials, and the Go pack even comes with a handy cardboard battery pack holder 🤯

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@microbit_edu

5 years

By 2050, there could be more plastic in the ocean than fish! Check out for loads of ideas, inspiration and info on how to get started on solving some of the problems our planet faces today. #Microbit #GlobalGoals #edtech

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5 years

Do you have access to a few micro:bits? Did you know you can make a scrolling display for your school or class by linking them together?: This guide by @David_MS 's (via @Hacksterio ) shows you how to make and code your display. #Education #microbit #Edu

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

Have you got your free @micro_mag yet? It's an unofficial magazine all about #microbit , made for the community, by the community. Issue One is available to download now: #STEM #EdTech #EdTechChat #Education #EdChat

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@microbit_edu

4 years

The new micro:bits microphone has a dedicated ‘operating’ indicator light which makes it clear when the microphone is on and sensing sound. #microbit

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5 years

Try our @Scratch 3.0 Activity Cards and explore #Coding with Scratch and your @BBC micro:bit: We've got cards for Drawing, Music, Dance and more. #CSEd #EdTech #Scratch #STEM #microbit

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@microbit_edu

3 years

Register now for #microbitLIVE 2021 to hear from more than 80 educators, researchers, & technical developers from 28 countries about their work with the BBC micro:bit The event kicks off with a presentation by Mitch Resnick & Shawna Young from @scratch

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4 years

Did you know that many of our activities can be completed without a physical micro:bit? You can use the simulator in Microsoft MakeCode. Have a look at our Make :it Code it page for inspiration.

Make It: Code It projects

Quick micro:bit makes

microbit.org

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@microbit_edu

11 months

💡TEACHING IDEAS💡 Selection is where a decision is made in a computer program using an IF statement. Learn more about selection by trying out some of these #microbit projects, for beginners to advanced users? Featuring the ever popular🪨📰✂️ #coding #STEM

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

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⏱️Get coding in under 60 seconds with the #BBCmicrobit -it's that easy! @maddiemoate shows us how 👀👇 If you're a UK primary teacher, register now for your school's 🆓 micro:bits & to find out more about teacher training @BBC_Teach : #microbit #TEACHers

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Do you love @Scratch , the visual programming language? Love #microbit too? Then you need our Scratch 3.0 Activity Cards - they're a very fun way to explore coding: #EdTech #Edu

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6 years

Make yourself a micro:pet using a #microbit , some code, and some household objects. @MSMakeCode 's project as part of their 'Summer of MakeCode' shows you how: #MakeCode #STEM #STEMed #microbit #EdTech

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📢TEACHERS! Looking for an exciting series of computer science & maker lessons to capture Grade 6-12 attention? 👉Then check out @codeorg 's App Lab which features a design challenge to use the micro:bit as the basis for innovation🙌 #microbit #AppLab #stem

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@microbit_edu

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Your #microbit has 25 external connectors on its bottom edge, called 'pins'. Use these for programming motors, electrical sensors or other components you connect to your micro:bit. Find out about how they work: #EdTech #Edu

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@microbit_edu

5 years

Teachers and Educators - do you have access to a few micro:bits? Try making a scrolling display for your school or class by linking them together: @David_MS 's guide (via @Hacksterio ) shows you how to make and code your own display #microbit #EdTech #STEM

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Love #microbit ? Love @Scratch ? Then try our #Scratch Activity Cards: Try Drawing, Dance, Music and more. #Scratch #CSEd #Education #EdTech #STEM

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Next week starts #HourofCode . There are 4 #microbit lessons from @microbit_edu available to help you start coding to reach the #GlobalGoals #edu #csforgood

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@microbit_edu

5 years

'micro:bit of things' is a website by @hastklass for 'anyone who has their hands on a #microbit and wants to know what they can do with it'. It includes projects piloted for children in Key Stage 2 & 3, as well as practical tips for micro:bit use. #Edu

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⚡️micro:bit home learning⚡️ We've got super-easy guides to get you coding & plenty of playful projects to build your digital skills together! 👉Perfect for ages 8 and 🆙 #microbit #homeschooling #coding

Home learning with the BBC micro:bit

Ideas to keep young minds busy

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@microbit_edu

4 years

The compass detects the earth's magnetic field, allowing you to detect which direction your #microbit is facing. If you made a weather station for example, you could use micro:bit to work out the wind direction. #edu #EdTech

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1 year

🌡️What sort of temps are people’s micro:bit thermometers showing currently?! Who’s in the hottest 🥵 & coolest 🥶places? 💬Code a thermometer & tell us in the comments! Prize for 🥵&🥶 Thermometer projects👇 #microbit #coding #edtech

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

4 years

Did you know that many of our new activities can be completed without a #microbit , using the simulator in @MSMakeCode ? Have a look at our Make it: code it page for inspiration. #coding #remoteteaching

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@microbit_edu

6 years

Your #microbit can be used to detect wetness and dryness. Here's a cool project from @MSMakeCode that shows you how to make sure your plants don't go thirsty: #makecode #STEM #EdTech #Education #edtechchat

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@microbit_edu

8 days

🤝We work closely with schools, educators & some of the world’s biggest tech companies like @ArmEducation & @MSMakeCode to help implement computing education💻. We've also partnered with @codeorg on these new resources for CS Fundamentals 👀Check it out

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@microbit_edu

5 years

Lesson plan: ⚡️ Harness electricity to communicate ⚡️build a telegraph using your micro:bit and some everyday objects: @Hacking_STEM 's lesson collection - by teachers, for teachers - can all be completed using #microbit . Take a look above... #microbit

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

10 months

💫Bringing a physical element to #computing education is proven to greatly enhance how children learn how to code. Using the #microbit helps make connections between the code entered on screen to real life. Our 🆕resources with @codeorg are available now👇

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

2 years

The new micro:bit Python editor is now in beta. 🎉 Packed with features designed to overcome some common barriers to starting out with text-based coding in class Try it out now in your classroom and help to make it even better with your feedback

Beta micro:bit Python editor

Help us test it and make it better

www.microbit.org

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Lesson plan: 🤖✋ build a robotic hand to help understand human anatomy 🤚🤖: @Hacking_STEM 's lessons can all be completed using #microbit - they're by teachers, for teachers. Try them now via the link above. #HackingSTEM #EdTech #STEM #CSEd #Education

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

6 years

It's a big day for us - the Micro:bit Educational Foundation is two today! 🍰 For the next week or so, we'd like to share a few cool moments from our first couple of years with you. Watch this space for #microbitsecondbirthday moments...

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

It's here! Download @micro_mag Issue 3 now: micro:mag is a free, unofficial magazine about micro:bit. It's full of makes, resources and community curated content. Issue 3's cover feature is on '10 Amazing micro:bit Projects' 👍 #microbit #EdTech #CSEd

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Micro:bit Educational Foundation

@microbit_edu

5 years

Love @Scratch ? Your micro:bit acts as a brilliant physical interface for #Scratch3 : Try our Scratch + #microbit activity cards (Drawing, Dance, Music and more!), they're a really easy way for you to explore coding. #EdTech #Education #CSEd #Edu #STEM

micro:bit Scratch cards

Downloadable cards for micro:bit Scratch projects

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