{"product_id":"kitronik-lesson-in-a-box-visual-computing-pack-for-the-bbc-microbit","title":"Kitronik Lesson in a Box - Visual Computing Pack for the BBC micro:bit","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n.leftab\n        { \n  float: left; \n  width: 50%; \n  } \n  .rightab\n  { \n  float: right; \n  width:50%; \n  }\n  img \n  { \n  max-width: 100%;; \n  height: auto; \n  }\n  \n  @media screen and (max-width:\n        666px) \n  {\n  .leftab\n  {\n  float: none; \n  width: auto; \n  }\n  .rightab\n  {\n  float: none; \n  width: auto; \n  }\n  }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv width=\"100%\" align=\"middle\" style=\"max-width: 870;\" data-mce-style=\"max-width: 870;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"leftab\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/5667-lesson-in-a-box-visual-computing-microbit-left.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rightab\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/5667-lesson-in-a-box-visual-computing-microbit-right.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv width=\"100%\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/resources.kitronik.co.uk\/images\/other\/5667-lesson-in-a-box-visual-computing-microbit-callout.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 140%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 140%; text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigned by Teacher's and tested by Pupil's to save you time when teaching Visual Computing at KS3\/KS4 (US equivalent - Grades 6-8\/9-10).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lesson in a Box Visual Computing pack for micro:bit, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/collections\/microbit-and-accessories\/products\/56100-bbc-micro-bit-v2-board-only\"\u003eavailable separately here\u003c\/a\u003e, is a complete set of parts \u0026amp; teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons at KS3\/4 (US equivalent - Grades 6-8\/9-10). The subject packs come with a detailed lesson plan, cross-referenced to: class slides, workbooks\/worksheets, checklists etc., technician’s notes and where appropriate, AFL guidance with answers and plenaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Kit covers the following subjects;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD and T\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComputing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysics\/Combined Science\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeography\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnrichments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn developing this box we wanted it to be affordable, useful and robust enough for teachers to use again and again. The resources cover not only the KS3\/KS4 (US equivalent - Grades 6-8\/9-10) specifications but also personal development by encouraging pupils to view traditional STEM activities as having value across their curriculum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe teaching resources included in this pack are set out in a ‘teacher-friendly way, with sufficient detail to enable you to ‘lift’ them, photocopy them and run your lesson(s) with minimal fuss straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach lesson includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnicians Notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesson plans\/ Schemes of work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlideshows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkbooks\/sheets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessment questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample code.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activities in The Lesson in a Box Visual Computing pack utilise the BBC \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/collections\/microbit-accessories\"\u003emicrobit\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/5672-kitronik-zip-halo-hd-for-microbit\"\u003eKitronik ZIP Halo HD for micro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/5655-klip-motor-driver-for-bbc-micro-bit\"\u003eclippable motor driver\u003c\/a\u003e board designed specifically for these types of activities. The advantages of the microbit are that, while being easy to use, it is feature-packed and it can be coded with languages that suit every ability level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Lesson in a Box (Visual Computing) is a complete set of electronics and teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons with minimal teacher effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo soldering is required\u003c\/strong\u003e for technicians or students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit  has been tried and tested by pupils and developed by teachers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese subject packs are a basic introduction to cross-curricular visual computing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe resources cover not only the KS3\/KS4 (US equivalent - Grades 6-8\/9-10) specifications but also personal development by encouraging pupils to view traditional STEM activities as having value across their curriculum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe subject packs come with a detailed lesson plan, cross-referenced to: class slides, workbooks\/ worksheets, checklists etc., technician’s notes and where appropriate, AFL guidance with answers and plenaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe  sturdy reusable Gratnells tray is  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erobust enough for teachers to use again and again.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's fun to teach and fun to learn!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContents:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 2GB swivel USB stick, containing everything needed for planning and delivery of each lesson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2058-gratnells-storage-tray-f25-extra-deep-tray-kitronik-green\"\u003eDeep Gratnells storage tray\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2060-gratnells-clip-on-lid-for-f-range\"\u003eTranslucent lid for tray\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/5672-kitronik-zip-halo-hd-for-microbit\"\u003eKitronik ZIP Halo HD for micro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/5655-klip-motor-driver-for-bbc-micro-bit\"\u003eKlip motor driver for BBC micro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2547-right-angle-geared-hobby-motor\"\u003eRight angle geared hobby motor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2594-solderless-tt-motor-board\"\u003eSolderless motor board for right angle geared hobby motor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/tt-yellow-wheels-and-right-angle-geared-tt-motors\"\u003e5 spoke injection moulded yellow wheel for Right angle geared hobby motor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/products\/2407-crocodile-leads-pack-of-10\"\u003ePack of 10 Crocodile Leads\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x M3 8mm Pan Head screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 x Black cable ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 x Rubber bands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Roll of double-sided tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Kaleidoscope build poster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Egg drop poster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Mood light poster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Shake Table poster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Visual coding guide poster - Part 1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Visual coding guide poster - Part 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Visual computing pack quick start guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA set of Pre-cut cardboard templates for each experiment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Pre-cut Simple buildings pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Pre-cut Shake Table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Pre-cut Mood light pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Pre-cut 4\/6 side Kaleidoscope pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVideo:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"youtube-video-container\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"youtube-frame\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" data-embed=\"E8HSkU0KyMM\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's on the USB Drive:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the USB you will find full teaching resources for 13 lessons and 2 enrichments as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Technology;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS3 Mood Light Cultures of Lighting Challenge (Scheme of Work - 6 lessons).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS4 Design Prototyping (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputing;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS3 Iteration and Loops (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS4 Selection and If-Statements (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysical\/Combined Science;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS3 Air Resistance and Drag Experiments (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS4 Visual Data Experiments (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeography;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS3 Earthquake Shake Table Experiments - Strong Structures (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKS4 Earthquake Shake Table Experiments - Comparing Earthquakes (1 lesson).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnrichment\/Open Days;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance and Light Challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKaleidoscope Challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe USB drive also contains;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeacher's and Technician’s Guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDXF files for making additional cardboard templates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA printable template for cutting by hand is also included as a PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe code HEX files for each lesson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolderless TT motor board assembly guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequires:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x BBC \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/collections\/microbit-and-accessories\/products\/56100-bbc-micro-bit-v2-board-only\"\u003emicro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResources:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTech Talks\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ZKE6SNmJ2as\"\u003eHalo HD live stream playback\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/blogs\/resources\/what-is-lesson-in-a-box-and-who-is-it-for\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/kitronik.co.uk\/blogs\/resources\/what-is-lesson-in-a-box-and-who-is-it-for\"\u003eWhat is Lesson in a box and who is it for\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/QGFAnFUlOIg\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/QGFAnFUlOIg\"\u003eOverview of Lesson in a box\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/hwv9G13E1z8\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/hwv9G13E1z8\"\u003eTech Talk Livestream playback\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- Lesson in a box - The concept - Join Caroline Keep, Alasdair Trench \u0026amp; 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