Starter Set for micro:bit

The new “Starter Set for micro:bit” by fischertechnik teaches the basic principles of programming with micro:bit single board computers for students grades three and up in an easy to understand way.

This complete set includes a fischertechnik part set for building three stationary models and the new fischertechnik “micro:bit IO F5 adapter”.

The adapter board has 8 outputs and 6 inputs.

It can be used to control simple, easy to understand demonstration models (a pedestrian walk sign, hand dryer, barrier) equipped with actuators and sensors using the “micro:bit board”.

The additional pedagogical manual offers help in starting up the models, a variety of exciting tasks, and is available free of charge as a download from the eLearning portal.

The following are available for free download from the fischertechnik eLearning portal:

Didactic material, Programming examples, information on the Micro:bit board, information on the fischertechnik IO adapte and information on the Make Code software

Total of 90 parts, including 1 x XS motor, 2 x buttons, 1 x photo transistor, 2 x LED lights, 1 x fischertechnik IO adapter and 1 x printed building manual included, 1 x didactic materials available online and 1 x sturdy storage box with cover sheet and list of parts.

Learning objectives Key learning objectives

Independently handling the first steps of robotic programming Independently creating, changing, and applying short programs

Learning and applying basic robotic principles

Understanding the meaning and function of sensors and actuators

Getting familiar with topics like controlling, measurement and regulation

Working in groups and in different roles

Content

micro:bit iO F5 adapter board XS motor 2x light barrier LEDs phototransistor 2x buttons