Teacher Resources for Python Level-1 with Virtual Robotics

General Resources for Virtual Robotics

Explore our selection of teacher materials for Python Level-1 with Virtual Robotics, designed to support and enhance your educational efforts. Get a glimpse of comprehensive lesson plans, detailed guides, answer keys, and additional resources tailored to make your teaching experience more effective and enjoyable.


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  • Virtual Robotics Teacher Resources

    • Virtual Robotics Missions in CodeSpace: Overview

    Explore the structured learning approach of Virtual Robotics with our intuitive coding environment, CodeSpace. Designed to empower educators and engage students, CodeSpace organizes learning into interactive Missions that guide students through hands-on coding projects.

    In CodeSpace, Missions are meticulously crafted coding challenges that scaffold learning from basic concepts to advanced skills. Each Mission is structured to provide:

    • Educational Progression: Sequentially introduce concepts, building complexity with each Mission.
    • Hands-on Practice: Provide interactive coding exercises that reinforce learning objectives.
    • Project-based Learning: Encourage creativity through real-world coding projects.
    • Prepares for Real-world Applications: Skills developed in Missions translate to real-world coding scenarios.
    • Certification Preparation: Learn skills and coding concepts to prep for Python certification.

    UnitMissions
    Unit 1Missions 1-4
    Unit 2Missions 5-6
    Unit 3Missions 7-9
    Unit 4Missions 10-11
    Unit 5Missions 12-13
    Unit 6Missions 14-15
    MissionBrief
    Mission 1Welcome -- Learn about CodeSpace
    Mission 2Introducing CodeBot -- Learn about the CodeBot
    Mission 3Light the Way -- Light up LEDs and get CodeBot flashing
    Mission 4Get Moving -- Get your motors running
    Remix #1Create original code from Missions 1-4
    Mission 5Dance Bot -- Does CodeBot have what it takes to win a dance competition?
    Mission 6Robot Metronome -- Write code to make a time-keeping Python Maestro!
    Remix #2Create original code from Missions 5-6
    Mission 7Line Sensors -- Use Line Sensors to navigate your 'bot
    Mission 8Boundary Patrol -- Program CodeBot to roam a fenced area, using line sensors
    Mission 9Line Following -- Tune up your Line Sensors and hit the road
    Remix #3Create original code from Missions 7-9
    Mission 10Fido Fetch -- Train CodeBot to fetch using dictionary commands
    Mission 11Airfield Ops -- Learn some unique coding concepts for airfield runway operations
    Remix #4Create original code from Missions 10-11
    Mission 12King of the Hill -- Harness CodeBot's accelerometer to climb to the top of a mountain
    Mission 13Going the Distance -- Learn about CodeBot's wheel encoders
    Remix #5Create original code from Missions 12-13
    Mission 14Music Box -- Turn CodeBot into a jukebox and learn about Python's file operations!
    Mission 15Cyber Storm -- Help protect an email server by using file operations
    Remix #6Create original code from Missions 14-15
    Final ProjectCreate an original program using all coding concepts learned in the course

    Note: Remixes and Final Projects are assigned outside of CodeSpace


    Virtual Robotics Resources by Mission

    Unit 1: Missions 1-4

    Missions 1-4 Resources
  • Mission 1
  • Mission 2
  • Mission 3
  • Mission 4
  • Unit 1 Remix
  • Unit 1 Assessment

      • Unit 2: Missions 5-6

      Missions 5-6 Resources
    • Mission 5
    • Mission 6
    • Unit 2 Remix
    • Unit 2 Assessment

        • Unit 3: Missions 7-9

        Missions 7-9 Resources
      • Mission 7
      • Mission 8
      • Mission 9
      • Unit 3 Remix
      • Unit 3 Assessment

          • Unit 4: Missions 10-11

          Missions 10-11 Resources
        • Mission 10
        • Mission 11
        • Unit 4 Remix
        • Unit 4 Assessment

            • Unit 5: Missions 12-13

            Missions 12-13 Resources
          • Mission 12
          • Mission 13
          • Unit 5 Remix
          • Unit 5 Assessment

              • Unit 6: Missions 14-15

              Missions 14-15 Resources
            • Mission 14
            • Mission 15
              • Unit 6 Remix
              • Unit 6 Assessment

                  • Final Project

                  The Final Project guide in our Python Level-1 with Virtual Robotics curriculum is a graphic organizer designed to help students review their learning, plan their project, write their code, and provide peer feedback. This comprehensive tool ensures that students can effectively consolidate their knowledge, collaborate with peers, and demonstrate their programming skills in a structured and supportive environment.

                • final-project

                  • Assessment and Evaluation


                  Assessments

                  To efficiently assess student progress, we’ve crafted a comprehensive set of assessments tailored specifically for our Virtual Robotics curriculum. These assessments are designed to evaluate students’ grasp of coding concepts, practical application skills, and overall command of the curriculum, ensuring a thorough and engaging learning experience.

                • Virtual Robotics Assessments

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                    Certification

                    Firia Labs' Virtual Robotics curriculum is specifically aligned with two industry-recognized certification exams. We designed the Virtual Robotics curriculum to prepare students for python certifications, including the Certiport IT Specialist-Python test and the PCEP: Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer exam. Empower your students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in these certifications and advance in their coding careers.

                  • cert-exam

                    • Answer Keys

                    To support your teaching journey and ensure your students' success in coding, we’ve provided comprehensive answer keys for each Virtual Robotics mission. These resources are designed to help you evaluate student progress, provide feedback, and guide your instructional approach effectively.

                  • python-level-1-answer-keys
                    • Standards AlignmentDocumentation