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Breaking BAD: Robotics Style
no more Boredom, Apathy or
DisengagementKim D’Annunzio, Robotics and Knowledge Forum Teacher, Kennedy Metro Middle
School And
Steve Swan, Technology Professor, University of Louisville
What are Alternative Schools and why do they
exist?
What offenses cause students to
be “invited” to Kennedy Metro?
Boredom: Tired of the worldUninterested because of difficulty understanding and frustration
ApathyState of indifferenceCan exhibit insensitivity
Disengagement:To detach the mind from study
Starting a new program. . . .new beliefs:
Maximum of 3-5 minute explanationsStudents move at own paceUse different modalities so students become intrinsically motivated and learn to love learningTeacher is NOT the expert. . . Only the guide
Begin with the end in mind.Student outcomes:
(CHETL Technology Standards)
Responsible for own learningAuthentically engagedSelf-assess/self-correctMove at own paceWork respectfully with peersBe reflective and intentional about learningDevelop a vocabulary regarding math and robotics and how it relates to real life
Vocabulary (Kentucky Core Academic Standards, KCAS)
Concepts:Customary/metric measurementGeometryRedefining the meaning of ONEBoolean LogicMindstorms programming languageAccuracySpatial planning
More specific information included in handout.
Introduction to Programming:
We need a volunteer to join us! (Don’t worry, the rest of you will have a job to do as well!)
Characteristics of Successful Programmers
P roblem Solvingerseveranceatience
Equipment
• One desk per student• Cart for computers• 16 mini notes/ 9 laptops• 18 robots / usb connectors• Various robot sensors and spare pieces• SMARTboard• “gym floor tape”–d challenges on floor• Various posters/directions/vocabulary
posted on walls
Academic makeup of classes:
Let’s Play!
Debrief Questions
What is something you learned in class today? What is something you want to learn? What was hard for you today? What was easy for you today? What did you need help with today? Share something that gave you a sense of
accomplishment. What was frustrating today? Other???