Scratch programming, Makey-Makey board, Polypad - what a way to wrap up our 3-day STEM extravaganza
The final day of our electrifying 3-day STEM workshop at Vidhya Peetham i-School, one of the best CBSE schools in Salem, was a whirlwind of hands-on learning and digital exploration. Our young innovators dove deep into the world of variable resistors, switches, and the star of the show – the Makey-Makey board!
Kicking off at 9 AM sharp, our eager learners were divided into seven groups, each guided by a dedicated resource person. The brilliant Dinesh led the charge, introducing the following concepts:
1. Mastering the Potentiometer: Students learned to wield the power of variable resistors (1-1000 ohms) in circuits.
2. SPDT Switch Magic: Our tech wizards used Single Pole Double Throw switches to display different numbers on seven-segment LEDs.
Time to get those hands dirty (figuratively, of course)! Our budding engineers dove into practical exercises:
1. Breadboard Basics: Connecting resistors, LEDs, and variable resistors like pros.
2. Ohm’s Law in Action: Calculating and adjusting resistances for perfect 10mA currents.
3. Switch It Up: Using SPDT switches to create dynamic seven-segment displays.
Post-lunch, we entered the digital realm with a bang:
1. Makey-Makey Marvel: Students learned to transform everyday objects into computer inputs!
2. Scratching the Surface: Our young coders explored the creative potential of Scratch programming.
3. Math Made Fun: A dive into the Polypad website showed how math could be visually engaging.
By the end of Day 3, our participants were:
– Circuit virtuosos, mastering resistors, switches, and potentiometers
– Makey-Makey maestros, bridging the physical and digital worlds
– Budding programmers, creating interactive projects with Scratch
– Math enthusiasts, visualizing complex concepts with Polypad
As one of the top CBSE schools in Salem, we’re thrilled to offer such cutting-edge experiences to our students. The Makey-Makey board, in particular, opened up a world of creative possibilities, showing how everyday objects can become powerful tools for learning and innovation.
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