Cyber Arcade: Programming and Making with micro:bit
Cyber Arcade: Programming and Making with micro:bit is a fun and creative introduction to computer science and hands-on making for youth in elementary (ages 9–12) and middle (ages 12–14) grade levels with little to no experience in programming and 3D design.
Using a Micro:bit and MakeCode, young makers practice problem-solving and teamwork to create interactive arcade games. In this 10-week curriculum, makers have opportunities to develop knowledge in computer science, engineering, art, and game design, as well as gain exposure to real-world industry concepts and vocabulary.
This curriculum is featured on the MakeCode/micro:bit homepage under Courses and exists on Maker Ed’s Resource Library.
My Role:
I co-developed this curriculum with educator Sarah Chung. We worked with an external graphic designer and editor to create the final educator guides. I managed the overall project and partnership.
This curriculum was funded in collaboration with Oakland Unified School District and implemented in several after school programs. We designed and facilitated a series of professional development workshops to support after school educators and site leaders to prototype the projects with youth. We gathered their feedback to improve the curriculum before publishing.
Check out images from our workshops with educators below!
