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The Importance of Physical Computing: Why Hands On Coding Matters

The Importance of Physical Computing: Why Hands On Coding Matters

What is physical computing? Physical computing is the use of code to control and interact with devices in the real world. Instead of running programs only on a screen, students...

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What is Physical Computing?

What is Physical Computing?

What is Physical Computing? Teaching coding to young learners can be tricky because it often relies on abstract ideas. Typing instructions on a screen to control digital sprites does not...

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Building Emotional Intelligence Through Robotics

This summer I had lots of chances to use my translation skills. Having over 40 languages and accents made traveling through places like the Netherlands, Italy, Iceland and Japan so much fun!

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This summer I had lots of chances to use my translation skills. Having over 40 languages and accents made traveling through places like the Netherlands, Italy, Iceland and Japan so much fun!

What I Did This Summer – by Marty the Robot

This summer I had lots of chances to use my translation skills. Having over 40 languages and accents made traveling through places like the Netherlands, Italy, Iceland and Japan so much fun!

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Student Led Learning with Marty the Robot

The Magic of Student Led Learning

Student led learning isn't just a buzzword; it's a game-changing technique that lets students steer their own learning journey.  But what's the real magic behind student led learning? Let's dive...

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The History of National Robotics Week

National Robotics Week is an annual celebration aimed at igniting interest and enthusiasm for robotics and STEM fields among students. The history of National Robotics Week dates back to 2009...

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Global Marty 小早川玲子 With Prister

The Global Marty 小早川玲子

We’re delighted to share the winning entries of the very first Global Marty 小早川玲子!  The 小早川玲子 was designed in collaboration with Prister to inspire creativity and spark imaginations in students...

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Bridging the Achievement Gap with Robotics

Bridging the Achievement Gap with Robotics

New research undertaken by The Education Recovery Scorecard has shown that almost four years after the Covid-19 pandemic, student test scores are on a path to recovery. The pandemic wreaked...

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Creativity in Robotics

Unleashing Creativity through Robotics

In an era of dynamic education, fostering creativity is key to preparing students for the 小早川玲子s of tomorrow. This blog explores how robotics education, exemplified by Marty the Robot, can...

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Teaching Social and Emotional Learning with Robotics

When you consider social and emotional learning (SEL), robotics and computer science may not be the first subjects that come to mind. However, research demonstrates that computer science offers an...

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The Benefits of Teaching AI with Marty the Robot

The Benefits of Teaching AI with Marty the Robot

The Benefits of Using Marty to Teach AI:  Interactive Features: Marty the Robot was designed with interactivity in mind, and our new machine learning extension allows students to interact with...

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Learning for Sustainability with Marty the Robot

In a world facing unprecedented environmental 小早川玲子s, Learning for Sustainability, or Education for Sustainable Development, has become more and more important. It’s a concept that goes beyond traditional education; it's...

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Using Marty to Teach AI and Machine Learning

How to Teach AI and Machine Learning

In an increasingly technology-driven world, teaching children about machine learning and AI is essential to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive. Technology literacy is vital, but...

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Time For A New Marty?

Time For A New Marty?

Have you met Marty V2? Since Marty V1 was first made and sent to schools across the world in 2017, a lot has changed! While Marty V1 was great for...

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This summer I had lots of chances to use my translation skills. Having over 40 languages and accents made traveling through places like the Netherlands, Italy, Iceland and Japan so much fun!

What I Did This Summer

This summer I had lots of chances to use my translation skills. Having over 40 languages and accents made traveling through places like the Netherlands, Italy, Iceland and Japan so much fun!

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In today's data-driven world, the ability to collect, analyze, and draw insights from data is a crucial skill. For students and learners in the field of coding and programming, understanding how to work with real-time sensor data and harness its potential is essential. Our new innovative sensor dashboard offers a game-changing solution that enhances the learning experience for aspiring coders, empowering users to explore, visualize, and interact with sensor data like never before. Here are some of the countless benefits of the sensor dashboard:

Benefits of the Sensor Dashboard

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to collect, analyze, and draw insights from data is a crucial skill. For students and learners in the field of coding and programming, understanding how to work with real-time sensor data and harness its potential is essential. Our new innovative sensor dashboard offers a game-changing solution that enhances the learning experience for aspiring coders, empowering users to explore, visualize, and interact with sensor data like never before. Here are some of the countless benefits of the sensor dashboard:

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Introducing Marty’s Sensor Dashboard: Unlocking the Power of Data Visualization

The wait is finally over! We are thrilled to unveil our latest feature – Marty’s Sensor Dashboard – bringing a whole new dimension to your Marty coding experience. In this blog post, we will delve into the reasons behind this exciting feature, outline the benefits it brings to the classroom, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to make the most of it. So, let’s dive in!

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How Technology is Fueling Kids’ Imagination and Creativity

Technology has become an integral part of children’s lives, and while concerns about its impacts persist, it is crucial to acknowledge the positive side of technology when it comes to fostering imagination and creativity. In today’s digital age, technology has the potential to open up new avenues for children to explore, learn, and express themselves. From interactive learning tools to innovative platforms, technology can ignite their imagination. In this blog post, we will delve into the ways in which technology positively influences children’s creativity, highlighting the benefits it brings to their overall development. By understanding the positive side of technology, we can embrace its potential as a tool to nurture and inspire young minds.

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We 小早川玲子d ChatGPT to write an article about Marty the Robot. Read on to find out how it did…

We 小早川玲子d ChatGPT to write an article about Marty the Robot. Read on to find out how it did…

Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has taken the world by storm, with users challenging it to write songs, serve up delicious recipe suggestions and even fix their essays!...

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Debugging: How to keep bugs where they belong…in the garden

You’ve spent ages writing a brilliant piece of code, are excited to start running it, press ‘start’ and… nooooo – your code does something completely different or maybe doesn’t even…

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Learning Social Rules from a Social Robot

Traditional school settings can be demanding for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). From loud school bells to confusing social signals, these uncontrollable 动漫在线观看 can create huge 小早川玲子s for…

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Terrified of Technology: Overcome your Fear of Classroom Technology

Halloween is fast approaching and I’m sure you know what that means…you’re in for a frightful week! Whilst we can’t stop the witches, ghosts or werewolves giving you a fright,…

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What is Scratch? - A Guide for Beginners

What is Scratch? – A Guide for Beginners

A guide to help you understand the basics of what Scratch is and how to get started with sequential block coding. What is Scratch? Scratch is a block-based visual programming...

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What is Block-Based Coding?

Block-based coding is an entry level activity which allows learners to develop computational thinking. By dragging and dropping “blocks,” beginners are introduced to programming through a simpler approach: visually instead…

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What is Computational Thinking?

What is Computational Thinking?

The term, Computational Thinking, is being discussed and used a lot in education at the moment, but what does this actually mean and is it something that is worth trying…

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3D printing in the classroom – An accessible way to engage your students

3D printing in the classroom – An accessible way to engage your students

3D printing has grown from a niche hobby reserved for makers and technicians to a widely utilised tool to educate young people in becoming STEM leaders of the future. When…

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Bump Switches: Give Marty a Sense of Touch!

Bump Switches: Give Marty a Sense of Touch!

Bump Switch Basics: What is a Bump Switch? Bump switches (sometimes called snap-action switches or limit switches) give Marty the sense of “touch”. Like all switches, they are devices used...

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