Ubtech Robotics Kits

Description

Say "hello world" to two of the most advanced buildable, programmable robots on the block! While the finished product is amazing by itself, what impresses me most about these sets is the presentation. Inside the box, each set of components is labeled, color-coded, and separated by type to help kids get started and stay organized. A detailed quick-start guide gives you an overview of the parts. Once you're ready, download the free app and follow along to get started!  This app is where the kits truly shine. It's divided into 4 parts: Building, Actions, Controller, and Coding. Building provides a 3D rotatable, zoomable, step-by-step instruction guide for completing your robot - a little more advanced than most instruction guides. Actions provide a digital demonstration of the robot's capabilities. Controller allows users to command the bot from their phone, using preset actions or recording new ones! Finally, Coding provides the most educational outlet by giving young roboticists full control over the robot's electronics using a block-coding interface, similar to Scratch. Once you're done with a model, take it apart and build another - including one of your own creation! Requires iPhone or Android for app.

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.