In this lesson, students learn how to program a special motor called a servo. They will use “If” statements and the light sensor to program a light-activated sunshade.
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Lesson
Advanced Micro:bit Circuits (Lesson 3 of 4): Servo Motor
Grade Level
6, 7, 8
Estimated length
1 to 2 class periods
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Objectives
- Wire and program a servo motor to make something move!
- Use "If" statements and the light sensor to program a light-activated sunshade.
Prerequisites
Learning Outcomes
Author
J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University
Technologies Involved
- Code Editor
- Electronics Kit
- Laptop/Desktop
- Tablet
Supplies Required
- Pen or pencil
- Micro:bit and expansion kit
- Activity worksheets
- prototyping materials