Computer Science Foundations (CSF) by Sphero is a supplemental standards-aligned curriculum designed to be taught in the classroom alongside Sphero BOLT robots. Almost all the lessons are fully compatible with BOLT+, Sphero's latest round robot.
By the end of course 1, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with the draw canvas and know how to use block programs to manipulate lights and sounds, and create loops and conditionals.
- 24 lessons in a printed teacher guide book
- Aligned to NGSS, CSTA, TEKS and various international and state standards
- Includes a perpetual license to all digital student-facing materials and content
Specifications:
- Printed Educator Guide for step-by-step instructional support
- Student-ready lessons, pre-loaded in the Sphero Edu app
- 24 scaffolded lessons across three themes
- 45-60 minutes per lesson with handouts
- Optional extensions that allow lessons to augment additional class time
- One to two students per Sphero robot and device
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Chrome, and Kindle Fire
- Includes a perpetual license to all digital student-facing materials and content
Device compatibility:
- Sphero BOLT (all lessons)
- Sphero BOLT+ (most lessons)
Course 1
Course 1 features three themes: Art, Shapes & Numbers and Nature. Each theme comprises eight lessons. By the end of Course 1, students will demonstrate proficiency with the Draw Canvas and know how to use block programs to manipulate lights and sounds and create loops and conditionals.
What's included:
- A spiral-bound Course Educator Guide book containing 24 lessons
- A unique access code that grants a perpetual license to all digital student-facing materials and content
ACARA and NSW Curriculum
Click here for ACARA and here for NSW Curriculum links.
CS Foundation Course 1 Sample Activities
Click here for CS Foundation Course 1 sample activities.
CS Foundation Course 1 Sample Pages
