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Students utilize computer programs to operate a simple robot.  In this technology lesson, students create robots using Lego pieces and simple motors to move them.  Students measure the speed of the robots by running Robolab software on their computer and recording the data using graphs.

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lego building, robolab software, robot activity, math
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Grade
K - 5th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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Ed Software

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