Woodland Coding, Second Year
Autism Support Kilkeel
Description
ASK is the Autism Support Kilkeel group - for whom I delivered this Meet and Code event last year. They have asked me to repeat the event for them this year as there remain many children eager to participate.
This outdoor learning event will provide project-based learning experiences for a group of 8-10 autistic children from the local community. They will use Micro:Bits to communicate and express themselves whilst exploring the natural environment aided by technology, leading to the development of their coding skills, social interaction, and beneficial sensory encounters.
Content will include:
Introduction to the Micro:Bit, features, functions and core concepts of input / output / data processing and examples of application
Review of programming fundamentals with learners. Ascertaining of existing level of coding skills in the expectation that the existing level of knowledge of this technology and the extent of existing skills will be minimal.
Resources will include a Micro:Bit each, access to sufficient PCs for coding which will be located under cover in a forest clearing (which has mains power and high speed WiFi already in place); a projector; seating and tables.
Stages:
Introduction to Physical Computing: specific examples given of where it is helpful
Summary of the Micro:Bit, its features and functionality
Each child will have been matched up with one or more carers.
Demonstration of the MakeCode software and downloading process. This will be unhurried and paced appropriately, as will all subsequent coding.
Micro: Bits will then be coded to create a compass .
Using the compass each child, along with their carers, will be tasked with mapping simple features (for example the paths, streams) of the wood running to the North and to the East of The Clearing.
Having orientated themselves and created their first program, children and their carers will begin the creation of a second program to create a metal detector for finding lost keys. Key hunting game.
Demonstration of radio transmission of messages between Micro: Bits
Each child will have the opportunity to code their own messaging system on a Micro:Bit
It will allow them to send their choice of picture / words between them and another person.
Development of the Micro:Bit as a communication device for the autistic children to express feeling.
Please see: www.flickernet.net/ask
This outdoor learning event will provide project-based learning experiences for a group of 8-10 autistic children from the local community. They will use Micro:Bits to communicate and express themselves whilst exploring the natural environment aided by technology, leading to the development of their coding skills, social interaction, and beneficial sensory encounters.
Content will include:
Introduction to the Micro:Bit, features, functions and core concepts of input / output / data processing and examples of application
Review of programming fundamentals with learners. Ascertaining of existing level of coding skills in the expectation that the existing level of knowledge of this technology and the extent of existing skills will be minimal.
Resources will include a Micro:Bit each, access to sufficient PCs for coding which will be located under cover in a forest clearing (which has mains power and high speed WiFi already in place); a projector; seating and tables.
Stages:
Introduction to Physical Computing: specific examples given of where it is helpful
Summary of the Micro:Bit, its features and functionality
Each child will have been matched up with one or more carers.
Demonstration of the MakeCode software and downloading process. This will be unhurried and paced appropriately, as will all subsequent coding.
Micro: Bits will then be coded to create a compass .
Using the compass each child, along with their carers, will be tasked with mapping simple features (for example the paths, streams) of the wood running to the North and to the East of The Clearing.
Having orientated themselves and created their first program, children and their carers will begin the creation of a second program to create a metal detector for finding lost keys. Key hunting game.
Demonstration of radio transmission of messages between Micro: Bits
Each child will have the opportunity to code their own messaging system on a Micro:Bit
It will allow them to send their choice of picture / words between them and another person.
Development of the Micro:Bit as a communication device for the autistic children to express feeling.
Please see: www.flickernet.net/ask
Location
Age group
8 - 17
Difficulty
Type Offline-Event
Date 15.10.2024 09:00 - 14:00
Address 228 Newry Road
BT34 4JZ Kilkeel
Max. Participants 25
You want to take part in? Please contact our local contact person.
Participation is free.
Contact Autism Support Kilkeel
Website: www.flickernet.net
Mail of contact person: phillip@flickernet.net
Social media www.flickernet.net/ask
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Difficulty
Type Offline-Event
Date 15.10.2024 09:00 - 14:00
Address 228 Newry Road
BT34 4JZ Kilkeel
Max. Participants 25
You want to take part in? Please contact our local contact person.Participation is free.
Contact Autism Support Kilkeel
Website: www.flickernet.netMail of contact person: phillip@flickernet.net
Social media www.flickernet.net/ask
Share on Social Media
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