Hello 5th Graders! Today's Learning Target is...
I can program a micro-computer to respond to a variable.
I can use technology to communicate and collaborate with others.
Today's app / program / tool is: The BBC Micro:bit
I can program a micro-computer to respond to a variable.
I can use technology to communicate and collaborate with others.
Today's app / program / tool is: The BBC Micro:bit
Have you ever played "Rock, Paper, Scissors"? It's a simple game played to tell tell who goes first, who's the leader, and to resolve conflicts. If you're not familiar with this game, watch this video:
What If "Rock, Paper, Scissors" Went Digital?
Introducing the Accelerometer
For today's task we will learn how to use the BBC Micro:bit's accelerometer to program the micro-computer to play the digital game of "Rock, Paper, Scissors.
Let's Get Started
Go to makecode.microbit.org or tap on the micro:bit app on your iPad. |
After creating the code, download it onto your micro:bit. Test out your program! Play a game with a another student in the class.
Remember:
Paper covers Rock
Scissors cuts Paper
and
Rock breaks Scissors
Remember:
Paper covers Rock
Scissors cuts Paper
and
Rock breaks Scissors