Lesson 2
Energy data planning
Introduction
Students program a BBC micro:bit to measure light readings and plan where reliable energy usage data can be gathered.
Learning objectives
- Understand the importance of planning when collecting data to ensure it is reliable
- Program a micro:bit to take measurements of environmental data (a light meter to measure light levels)
- Understand the importance of baseline measurements and calibration when collecting data
You will need
Downloadable resources:
- Lesson slides
- Lesson plan
- Student handouts
- HEX file
Other resources:
micro:bits, micro:bit battery packs, student work from previous lesson, paper - writing (optional), pens (optional), spreadsheet (optional)
Quick links
Lesson plan
Review and introduction
Make a light meter
Code available
Test the light meter
Use the light meter
Review
Differentiation
Opportunities for assessment
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