Challenge
BGC Canada was looking to develop an interactive program for youth ages 7 – 12 to augment the learnings from Kids Tech Nation which introduced children to basic digital skills and coding concepts. They also wanted to incorporate a relevant theme reflective of the times and one which their audience would be interested in. Lastly, facilitator resources and engaging activities in both English and French were required to help deliver this program to 25 Clubs across Canada.
Solution
Logics Academy has developed STEM related learning experiences for Canadian educators and students for over 10 years. In collaboration with BGC and with support from CanCode, they created Climate Coders which challenges students to develop modern technology skills through the introduction of a variety of coding and robotics activities using the CyberPi device.
This single board controller and accessories combined with a comprehensive teaching guide and 8-week lesson plan will instruct kids how to measure temperature, air pressure and other areas related to climate control and the environment all while advancing their coding skills.
Results
25 BGC Clubs across Canada have received their hardware kits and have begun to teach the program. Kids are engaged and learning not just about how to use new technology but about how they can help play a small role in climate change.
For more information, contact info@logicsacademy.com
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