Course Syllabus
Syllabus Sustainable Development Goals and Design Thinking: Micro:bit Water Level Monitors
Course Description
Bring real-world issues to the classroom using Design Thinking to solve water-related problems highlighted in the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Explore how students can use simple circuits and block-based coding to transform a micro:bit into a basic water level monitor using the free, open-source platform “MakeCode.” This session will provide a step-by-step look at a classroom-ready learning experience for grade 6-9 students.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this session, you will:
- identify opportunities for student design thinking using the UN Sustainable Development Goals as a starting point;
- describe how micro:bits and block-based coding can be used to design a basic water level monitoring tool to help solve a real-world problem.
Format
This course is a Lightning Learning session, a condensed learning experience designed to ignite your skills and propel your career forward.
What is Lightning Learning?
Unlock new opportunities, enhance your expertise, and engage in practical strategies through this concise, power-packed learning experience. Additionally, for those seeking a more flexible learning option, we offer an on-demand recording, allowing you to access and learn at your own pace. To obtain your completion badge for this course, you will have to complete a self-reflection.
Grade Level
Suitable for educators teaching Grade 6 to Grade 9.
Estimated Duration
This course should take you 30-45 minutes to complete.
Earn Your Badge
You must complete a self-reflection to receive your digital badge, which counts towards the requirements for the Learning Pathway: STEM Cross-Curricular Learning.
What is a Digital Badge?
A digital badge is a visual symbol of accomplishment. Our digital badges, issued through Canvas LMS, serve as verifiable symbols of your achievements and expertise. As you complete each learning session, these badges validate your dedication and commitment to advancing STEM education in Canada, allowing you to proudly share your accomplishments on social media or with colleagues and peers.
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