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1. LEGOeducation com education OUTA 062g LEGO Education LEGO Education provides learning solutions for children aged 1 and up all the way to university level Our classroom solutions are based on a hands on learning approach that actively involves students in their own learning process making learning fun and an adventure Learning by making More than 25 years of experience has taught us the effectiveness of learning by actually making something Learning by making is based on the notion that construction facilitates a naturally positive learning experience When children actively construct something with their own hands it helps them to build knowledge and understanding More than just bricks Our solutions are much more than just bricks We offer activity packs teacher guides worksheets programming tools etc designed to cover a wide range of curriculum targets Our sets are delivered in sturdy stackable plastic storage boxes with sorting trays for LEGO elements The boxes are also ideal for sliding into shelving solutions and have transparent lids School Assortment The LEGO Education school portfolio provides classroom solutions that help teachers cover science technology engineering and maths curricula in a hands on experimental way All solutions are designed to enable students to behave as young scientists and engineers by allowing them to observe predict test measure and reco2. Schools and ROBOLAB platform until the end of 2009 See the complete range of brick sets software and activity packs available here Visit www LEGOengineering com Visit the new community website a meeting place for experienced MINDSTORMS teachers and newcomers to educational robotics developed for LEGO Education by Tufts University s Center for Engineering Educational Outreach CEEO LEGOengineering com is your gateway to a global network of teachers expert advice and a wealth of good ideas The perfect starting point for curriculum based activities using the RCX programmable brick Comes in a storage box that provides an easy overview of the individual parts and includes a separate storage box for the built model and a small test pad for training Contains RCX transmitter light sensor 2 touch sensors lamp 2 motors and other elements Ideally one set per 2 students Enables groups of 4 5 students to simulate real life robotics and find solutions to challenges Constraints on time and materials are set as part of a step by step guide to preparing for competitions between teams Includes the programmable RCX Brick and serial infrared tower building instructions a range of sensors motors and wires to build one model at a time A technically oriented set containing more traditional black and gray elements An excellent resource for problem solving and cross curricular work on technology topics The perfect supplement to
3. beams bushings a weight element and building instructions this set provides everything needed for countless open ended classroom activities Ideally one set per 2 students O Aimed at giving students an insight into the power of the pulley this set helps children study the effects of changing the direction of rotation and increasing force and speed Includes assorted pulleys wheels axles belts beams and building instructions Ideally one set per 2 students This set of wheels axles and rollers helps students gain a deeper understanding of the concepts of movement and speed Also includes beams figures and building instructions for a variety of classroom activities Ideally one set per 2 students education Specially designed to complement 9610 Gears Mini Set this 20 page guide includes an introduction for the teacher illustrated explanations to the principles of gears how to pages problem solving activities extra activity ideas and copy masters Specially designed to complement 9612 Levers Mini Set this 20 page guide includes an introduction for the teacher illustrated explanations of the principles of levers problem solving activities how to pages extra activity ideas and copy masters LE SA Specially designed to complement 9614 Pulleys Mini Set this 20 page guide includes an introduction for the teacher illustrated explanations to the principles of p
4. gramming environment for both platforms 14 2000082 ROBOT C Software Classroom License ROBOT C provides an alternative text based programming language to the NXT G graphics based tools that are currently available Designed by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy ROBOT C can be used with both the NXT and the RCX systems This makes it the option to consider for classrooms that are looking for a uniform pro gramming environment for both platforms Classroom license al lows for software installation on 12 computers 14 2009781 Teaching ROBOT C for LEGO MINDSTORMS This exciting activity pack includes more than 40 lessons for teaching text based programming relating to engineering challenges for both the NXT and RCX platforms Providing video based instruction the lessons cover the following topics Movement Sensing Variables Programming Systems and Advanced Includes a set up guide with software downloads step by step instructions and troubleshooting information Requires use of the ROBOTC Software developed by Carnegie Mellon University 8 9833 Transformer 9V 9 Volt transformer for the RCX and the NXT Rechargeable Battery Available for UK JPN CH EUR AUS and US CA 9798 Rechargeable Battery Lithium battery with A C plug Designed for use with the 9841 NXT brick as alternative to normal AA batteries Capacity 1400 mAh Estimated recharge time 4 5 h
5. Measuring Car and the Spinning Top Exclusive for this set is a plastic punch out sheet with eyes sails scales and wings E amp Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group Designed for the 9656 Early Simple Machines Set this activity pack includes eight engaging 45 minute lessons each with extension activities of up to 20 minutes and four additional open ended problem solving activities The activities are designed to allow young sters to explore investigate and solve tasks related to mechanical principles as well as learn about energy balance buoyancy and much more LEGOeducation com 2008 The LEGO Group education Embracing a wide range of elements including a solar panel a capacitor and two motors this set helps students investigate the concepts of energy energy sources electricity and the environment by building models Contains building instructions for constructing windmill water mill or solar powered Ferris wheel and several supplementary models The LEGO Solar panel provides sufficient power to operate LEGO motors It delivers 3V 200mA in full sunlight outdoors 3V 100mA indoors with full sun outdoors 2 5V 8mA with light from a 60W incan descent bulb positioned 25cm from the solar panel 2000 lux and 2 5V 40mA with light from a 60W incandescent bulb positioned 8cm fro
6. S Education this is where you start The set enables groups of 2 3 students to build and program real life robotic solutions Includes the programmable NXT Brick 3 interactive servo motors a range of sensors including ultrasonic and sound a rechargeable battery connecting cables and enough LEGO bricks to build one model at a time The set includes building instructions Software is sold separately see 2000077 Transformer is also sold separately see 9833 A wide variety of additional building elements that help bring life to MINDSTORMS Education robots as well as to the range of LEGO Education Science amp Technology sets Plenty of extra standard ele ments such as beams axles and connectors and special elements such as a crane hook and tread wheels An ideal supplement to 9797 for robotics competitions A powerful easy to use software designed to work with the NXT brick The software powered by LabVIEW is icon based and incorporates a Robot Educator step by step guide to programming from beginner to advanced levels The software is also capable of programming the NXT brick to work with former MINDSTORMS sensors and motors with the help of converter cables The software pack includes a digital user manual ZMA Getting started in the classroom this two CD set provides 45 hours of tuition divided up in 6 main projects 6 investigations 3 anytime projects and 3 end of project activities Developed by Carnegie Me
7. de to robotics engineering using the MINDSTORMS Education hardware and software Includes presentations and video clips worksheets and teacher introduction materials Teaching robotics can be extended to include theme based projects see 2009798 This CD provides 3 theme based projects of up to 24 hours tuition in total Developed by Carnegie Mellon University s Robotics Academy the projects are based on the following real life themes Automated Mining Sentry Guard Dog and Automated Tree Measuring Students work independently using a variety of sources to expand their knowledge in order to design build and program effective solutions Includes advanced programming support 2009798 is the next natural step for students who have completed the Introduction to Robotics 2009797 a BE _ MIL E u a 8 a pi yaaa Aa r gt a ge ai Se s a E pa ne at Nes a gene eine LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group 2008 The LEGO Group E JmIno0sToarms 14 2000081 ROBOT C Software Single License ROBOT C provides an alternative text based programming language to the NXT G graphics based tools that are currently available De signed by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy ROBOT C can be used with both the NXT and the RCX systems This makes it the option to consider for classrooms that are looking for a uniform pro
8. existing MINDSTORMS for Schools sets This latest upgrade to the ROBOLAB software platform allows users to communicate with both MINDSTORMS platforms using the RCX or the NXT bricks It is developed to aide existing ROBOLAB users migrate step by step from the RCX to the NXT platform The software capability is equal to the 2 5 4 version of the software with new features such as faster firmware and floating point math The software pack includes PDF user manuals and resource materials This software does not support Bluetooth communication to the NXT brick The revolutionary programmable LEGO brick that serves as the brain of the LEGO MINDSTORMS for Schools sets The brick is included in the main Robo Technology and Team Challenge Sets The touch sensor is a non powered digital switch and the pack includes 2 leads Using the RCX brick and ROBOLAB software it can detect when the button is pressed and released count a single press and count multiple presses The temperature sensor is a non powered analog sensor Using the RCX brick and ROBOLAB software it can be calibrated to measure in Celsius and Fahrenheit 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary The light sensor is a powered analog sensor Using the RCX brick and ROBOLAB software it can differentiate between light and dark count work as an electric eye sort colors gra
9. istance and reports back to the NXT This allows for motor control within one degree of accuracy Several motors can be aligned to drive at the same speed You will need a connector cable which is included in the 9797 Base Set 8 9846 Ultrasonic Sensor Using the NXT brick the ultrasonic sensor is able to detect an object and measure its proximity in inches and centimeters You will need a connector cable which is included in the 9797 Base Set 9799 Vernier NXT Sensor Adaptor The Vernier NXT Sensor Adaptor allows you to integrate Vernier sensors with the Intelligent NXT brick and the NXT Software This enables you to carry out an even wider variety of science experiments and data collection with your students Embedded in a LEGO NXT sensor housing the adaptor is very easy to assemble on NXT models Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary education LEGOeducation com 9847 USB Bluetooth Dongle The Abe USB Bluetooth adapter enables wireless communication between your PC or Mac and the NXT device The Abe USB Bluetooth adapter is supported by Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 and Apple MacOS X 10 3 9 and 10 4 LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group 2008 The LEGO Group AmndsTorms education The Good Life Activity Pack is a collection of activities for use in upper primary classes To complete the activitie
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11. le structures and how to test these for weaknesses By investigating bridges and towers students learn about structure function strength stability forces and loads The set contains additional unique ele ments 20 challenges to solve building instructions and assessment ideas Ideally one set per 4 students summary and 11 copy master worksheets Specially designed to support 9618 Structures these teacher s notes and worksheets include an introduction curriculum references pre and post assessment tests a scope and sequence chart a problem solving Invent Investigate and Discover Primary and middle school solutions from LEGO Education allow children to explore problems and invent their own solutions while also covering important areas of the science and technology curriculum Using the brick sets and activity packs students experiment with forces and motion working with wheels and axles levers and pulleys They explore magnetism friction gravity and speed They investigate ways to generate store and use energy and work with motorized and wind power And they observe predict measure and record their experiences with their peers The Early Machines Set is ideal for introducing youngsters to mechanical principles such as gears levers pulleys wheels and axles as well as investigating energy buoyancy and balance The set includes inspirational inbox cards for building eight different models such as the
12. llon University s Robotics Academy it is a comprehensive step by step guide to robotics engineering Includes presentations video clips worksheets and extensive teacher introduction materials Activities can be extended to include guided research projects see 2009788 This activity pack provides 3 comprehensive research projects of up to 60 hours tuition in total Developed by Carnegie Mellon University s Robotics Academy projects are based on real life themes Automated Mining Sentry Guard Dog and Automated Tree Measuring following an authentic Engineering guided research approach Includes advanced programming support 2009788 is the next natural step for students who have completed the Introduction to Mobile Robotics 2009787 E f em arme am nd Robotics Engin gering Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary TLIFPIME TEACHER CO LEGOeducation com The site license agreement allows LEGO MINDSTORMS Education NXT software to be used on any compatible computer at the purchasing institution Is necessary when installing the software on more than one computer Requires pre purchase of 2000077 MINDSTORMS Education NXT Software Getting started in the classroom this CD provides up to 24 hours of tuition divided up in 6 main projects and 3 end of project activities Developed by Carnegie Mellon University s Robotics Academy it is an easy to use step by step gui
13. m the panel 10 000 lux Designed for use with 9684 Renewable Energy Set the 49 activities in this pack help students to explore investigate and solve problems pertaining to renewable energy The activities are divided into two levels which can be taught either sequentially or individually CLAN Using a LEGO solar panel or a LEGO motor as generator the capacitor can be charged and discharged just like a rechargeable battery The capacitor can be used for powering a LEGO motor When the capacitor is fully charged operating voltage is normally 2 5V A red diode lights flashes when fully charged The capacitor is protected against reverse polarity A superb add on set to the 9632 Science amp Technology Base Set Using the battery box the motor brings the models to life The motor can be turned on off either clockwise or counter clockwise and its direction of rotation can be changed Combine the 9632 Base Set and the 2009628 Activity Pack to carry out 4 new lesson plans build 4 new models and solve 2 additional problem solving tasks Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary LEGOeducation com Tor Ve a oa yy WE Let your youngsters invent and investigate like young scientists There are instructions for 12 different models to build Students use the models to predict observe measure and record events experiencing forces motion energy and magnetism fi
14. m to a new Connect phase thus allowing them to enter a positive learning spiral in which they take on increasingly difficult challenges Activity examples at Visit the Activity Bank on the LEGO Education website to download free examples of activities developed for our school portfolio Connect A key aspect of learning by making is the fact that children learn best when they can either relate new experiences to their existing knowledge bank or are exposed to an idea so compelling that it inspires them to learn more about it The Connect phase provides a short engaging story introducing a problem or a challenge that students must solve Construct The Construct phase is all about building things in the real world and students piecing knowledge and understanding together They are given particular assignments encouraging them to plan and then build their own solutions to the problem or challenge presented in the Connect phase perhaps even ending up with their own software program LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group 2008 The LEGO Group A big set containing 107 elements including pulley wheels movable hooks on strings and axles and designed from the ground up to help children learn all about structures such as towers walls and bridges Lots of extras including activity cards Ideally one set per 4 students A progressive introduction to the principles of stable and movab
15. ours Transformer available see 9833 8 9841 Intelligent NXT Brick Programmable 32 bit brick including Bluetooth wireless communication and USB port Programmable dot matrix display 4 input 3 output ports 6 wire digital platform 8KHz loud speaker It is possible to use a number of simple predefined commands directly on the brick More advanced programming requires software pack 2000077 Requires 6 AA batteries or the 9798 Rechargeable Battery 8 9843 Touch Sensor Using the NXT brick the touch sensor detects pressure i e when the button is pressed or released The sensor is also able to count single press and multiple presses A LEGO cross axle can be attached to the sensor button You will need a connector cable which is included in the 9797 Base Set 8 9844 Light Sensor Using the NXT brick the light sensor is able to sense light or dark as well as light intensity in a room It is also able to measure light intensity in colours grey scale sorting You will need a connector cable which is included in the 9797 Base Set 8 9845 Sound Sensor Using the NXT brick the sound sensor is able to measure noise levels in DB and DBA It can also recognize sound patterns and identify tone differences You will need a connector cable which is included in the 9797 Base Set 8 9842 Interactive Servo Motor Servo Motor with in built rotation sensor that measures speed and d
16. rd their experiences with their peers The assortment is divided into two main categories Science and Technology solutions and Robotics The icons underneath each product illustrate what is included in the product U o Inspiration Cards Storage Solution Piece Count Colours of and decorative designs on elements may vary Engaging activities that will inspire your students LEGO Education develops hands on curricular relevant and fun activities that empower students to enter a dynamic learning process Instead of simply memorizing the achievements of others students are presented with challenges that encourage them to use their imagination try out their problem solving skills and cooperate with others Activities are designed to support a learning process which consists of four phases Connect Construct Contemplate and Continue Contemplate An important aspect of the learning process is the Contemplate phase This involves children taking time to think about what they have seen or constructed and thereby deepening their understanding of what they have just achieved or experienced Students discuss the project at hand reflect on and adapt their ideas and teachers can encourage this process by asking questions Continue Finally the Continue phase builds on the natural urge to want to know more Extension ideas are provided that encourage students to change or add features to their models Doing so will lead the
17. rst hand Use the set with the LEGO Education activity pack and give your youngsters more than 30 hands on science and technology lessons including extra problem solving tasks and building ideas This exciting activity pack is designed for the 9632 Science 8 Techno logy Base Set and includes 12 45 minute lessons each with extension activities of up to 20 minutes Activities are introduced with an entertaining animation presenting a problem that the children must solve Also in the pack are 4 open ended problem solving activities a guide to principles of gears levers pulleys and wheels 8 axles and a full glossary of terms Investigate speed and power discover how components work together and much more by combining the 9632 Base Set and 9628 Power Add on Set Combine them to carry out exciting science and technology activities This activity pack includes 4 new lesson plans with animated story starters 4 new models to build and an additional 2 problem solving tasks LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group 2008 The LEGO Group This set provides a perfect hands on introduction to gears and the mechanics of gearing Includes step by step guide to building a merry go round and windmill as well as material for up to 10 lessons Ideally one set per 2 students O A set designed to help the whole class learn all about simple levers by building appealing models With its assorted
18. s students build robots from the Robo Technology Set They program the robots to perform specific tasks and they identify examples of similar technology used in real life The activity pack includes video clips and downloadable activities on 2 CD ROMs you will need e 9786 e 2000069 e 2000096 A collection of activities that integrate math and technology with science helping students learn to use equipment for measuring distance and time To complete the activities students build robots from the Robo Technology Set They program the robots to perform specific tasks and they identify examples of similar technology used in real life The activity pack includes video clips and activities on 2 CD ROMs you will need e 9786 e 2000069 e 2000096 Designed to introduce students to programming logical thinking teamwork project based learning and computer related communication skills The 8 main activity topics provide approx 18 45 minute lessons on training missions data logging with Investigator and programming using containers subroutines and timers Comes in a binder including black and you will need white student copy masters and full y 9786 colour teachers notes Also includes a i 2000069 CD ROM showing video clips of various a tee 2000096 kinds of robotic behavior A LEGO MINDSTORMS For Schools LEGO Education continues to support existing users of the MINDSTORMS for
19. ulleys how to pages problem solving activities extra activity ideas and copy masters Specially designed to complement the 9616 Wheels amp Axles Mini Set this 20 page guide includes an introduction for the teacher illustrated explanations to the principles of wheels and axles how to pages problem solving activities extra activity ideas and copy masters ven Ce The NXT Generation LEGO MINDSTORMS Education is the latest in educational robotics enabling students to discover science technology engineering and maths in a fun engaging and hands on way Combine the sturdy LEGO Technic building set with user friendly software and progressive curriculum activities and teach students from 8 years to design program and control robots that carry out life like automated tasks At the same time as grasping important curriculum skills students learn to work with others to come up with new ideas and solve problems mind ST LEGO MINDSTORMS Education covers the following curriculum areas Science investigating energy forces and speed Technology programming and controlling input and outputdevices using wireless communication Engineering developing solutions selecting building testing and evaluating Maths measuring using coordinate systems conversion and applied math ms education EJmIno0sToarms education No matter how you wish to work with MINDSTORM
20. yscale sorting and measure from 0 6 to 760 lux The infrared transmitter connects to the computer establishing the wireless link between the computer and the RCX programmable LEGO brick Includes USB cable LEGOeducation com The upgrade site license agreement allows ROBOLAB 2 9 software to be used on any compatible ee computer at the purchasing A AE institution Is necessary when a pimenee installing the software on more ee than one computer Requires pre Zube DAR purchase of 2000069 ROBOLAB 2 9 Software a oa La ee pupa aera ale et enti Tiiri a panan a a zn pi at BT NL gnk PIE A si A aa pr a A SS EA a a Using the battery box the motor can turn on clockwise off turn on counter clockwise off and change direction of rotation Using the RCX brick and ROBOLAB software it can turn on clockwise off turn on counter clockwise off change direction of rotation and change speed of rotation The motor turns 360rpm The angle sensor is a digital sensor Using the RCX brick and ROBOLAB software it can measure direction of rotation number of rotations angular velocity and angles The angle sensor has 16 positions per revolution and can rotate 360 at maximum 500 rpm The infrared transmitter connects to the computer establishing the wireless link between the computer and the RCX programmable LEGO brick Serial cable included LEGO the LEGO logo DUPLO and MINDSTORMS are trademar
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