Introduction to micro:bit: sensors, buttons and lights!
In this introduction to coding for the micro:bit, you will learn how to sense and respond to the world around you while looking after yourself.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 5-6 | 
|---|---|
| Content type | Course or tutorial, Lesson ideas, Tools for learning | 
| Format | Web page | 
| Core and overarching concepts | Implementation (programming) | 
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) | 
                                        AC9TDI6P05   
                                         Implement algorithms as visual programs involving control structures, variables and input | 
| Technologies & Programming Languages | Electronic programming boards | 
| Integrated, cross-curriculum, special needs | Digital Literacy, English, The Arts | 
| Organisation | Raspberry Pi Foundation | 
| Copyright | © Raspberry Pi Foundation. May be subject to statutory licence fee. | 
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