Getting Started with LEGO Robotics : A Guide for K-12 Educators by Mark Gura (2011, Trade Paperback)

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Getting Started with LEGO Robotics: A Guide for K-12 Educators

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PublisherInternational Society for Technology in Education
ISBN-101564842983
ISBN-139781564842985
eBay Product ID (ePID)99566560

Product Key Features

Number of Pages281 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameGetting Started with Lego Robotics : a Guide for K-12 Educators
Publication Year2011
SubjectComputers & Technology, Standards (Incl. Common Core), Models, Teaching Methods & Materials / Science & Technology, Robotics, Teaching Methods & Materials / General
TypeTextbook
AuthorMark Gura
Subject AreaTechnology & Engineering, Education, Crafts & Hobbies
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight19 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width7 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2011-010744
Dewey Edition22
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal371.33
SynopsisWouldn't it be nice if there was a golden ticket to STEM education? Something that incorporated science, technology, math, and the most elusive of all, engineering? What if it could be applied as part of a lesson, as a class on its own, or as an after-school club? Sound too good to be true? It's not. The golden ticket is robotics. It's hard to find a better way to teach STEM education. And the best part is it's hands on, multidisciplinary, collaborative, an authentic learning experience, and engaging! LEGO Robotics has exploded in popularity, but despite the obvious benefits, many educators are hesitant to begin a program in their school because it seems challenging. Mark Gura has written this book to encourage you to give robotics a try.Although starting a robotics program may seem like a daunting task, Gura brings together the information you need and presents it in a manageable, organized way so that you learn what LEGO Robotics is, what student activities look like, how to begin, how to manage a class, how robotics relate to standards, and much more. Gura concludes with more than a dozen interviews with educators, trainers, and even a student, so you can receive first-hand advice and recommendations. After reading this book you will be on your way to introducing your students to LEGO Robotics activities and competitions!, Wouldn't it be nice if there was a golden ticket to STEM education? Something that incorporated science, technology, math, and the most elusive of all, engineering? What if it could be applied as part of a lesson, as a class on its own, or as an after-school club? Sound too good to be true? It's not. The golden ticket is robotics. It's hard to find a better way to teach STEM education. And the best part is it's hands on, multidisciplinary, collaborative, an authentic learning experience, and engaging LEGO Robotics has exploded in popularity, but despite the obvious benefits, many educators are hesitant to begin a program in their school because it seems challenging. Mark Gura has written this book to encourage you to give robotics a try. Although starting a robotics program may seem like a daunting task, Gura brings together the information you need and presents it in a manageable, organized way so that you learn what LEGO Robotics is, what student activities look like, how to begin, how to manage a class, how robotics relate to standards, and much more. Gura concludes with more than a dozen interviews with educators, trainers, and even a student, so you can receive first-hand advice and recommendations. After reading this book you will be on your way to introducing your students to LEGO Robotics activities and competitions, LEGO Robotics has exploded in popularity, but despite the obvious benefits, many educators are hesitant to begin a program in their school because it seems challenging. Mark Gura has written this book to encourage you to give robotics a try. Although starting a robotics program may seem like a daunting task, Gura brings together the information you need and presents it in a manageable, organized way so that you learn what LEGO Robotics is, what student activities look like, how to begin, how to manage a class, how robotics relate to standards, and much more.
LC Classification NumberLB1028.3.G85 2011

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