Unit of Instruction

Exploring Sensors

Program

Elementary School

Description

In this unit, students explore a variety of sensors that can be used to create robotic systems and environments. Each lesson features a new robot and sensor that students can interact with and learn from.

Included Lessons

Unit Overview
Digital vs. Analog Sensors
If Statements
If/Else Statements
Creating a Light Gate
Creating a Proximity Sensor
Free Build Challenge
Unit Assessment

Mobile STEM Lab Requirement

Engineering Pathways Mobile STEM Lab

NGSS Learning Dimensions

Scientific & Engineering Practices

Analyzing & interpreting data
Developing & using models
Using mathematics & computational thinking
Planning & carrying out investigations
Constructing explanations & designing solutions

Crosscutting Concepts

Structure & function
Systems & system models
Scale, proportion, and quantity
Patterns
Cause & effect: mechanism & explanation

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