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Which subject	Computer science
What topic	Arduino
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Introduction to Arduino

Topic

Arduino Basics

Objectives

• Understand the basic components of Arduino.
• Learn how to set up an Arduino environment.
• Write and upload a simple program (sketch) to the Arduino.
• Explore basic functions and programming logic.

Materials

• Arduino Uno boards (1 per student)
• USB cables (1 per Arduino)
• Computers with Arduino IDE installed
• LEDs, resistors, and breadboards for demonstration
• Projector and screen for visual aids
• Handouts with introductory information on Arduino and programming basics

Grade/Age Group

All Grades/Various Ages

Subject

Computer Science

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson aligns with the national curriculum guidelines for introducing programming and electronics to students.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Arduino	5 minutes	Briefly discuss what Arduino is and its applications in real-world projects. Introduce the components (board, IDE).
2	Setting Up	10 minutes	Guide students through connecting their Arduino board to the computer, ensuring they have the Arduino IDE installed.
3	Writing a Simple Sketch	5 minutes	Introduce a simple "Blink" sketch. Explain the code and what each part does (setup, loop, etc.).
4	Uploading the Sketch	5 minutes	Instruct students on how to upload the sketch to their Arduino boards. Ensure each student completes this step.
5	Experimentation	5 minutes	Allow students to modify the blink rate of the LED. Encourage experimentation with values in the sketch.
6	Review and Q&A	5 minutes	Recap the key concepts covered in the lesson. Allow students to ask questions, and provide clarifications as needed.

Homework

• Students are required to write a short reflection on what they learned about Arduino and try to modify the existing sketch to create different blinking patterns. They will submit this reflection via the learning management system, which will allow for evaluation without the need for presentations.

Additional Notes

• Monitor students throughout the lesson and provide support as needed, ensuring that everyone is engaged and understands the concepts.
• Prepare extension activities for fast learners who may finish early, such as introducing them to controlling multiple LEDs or working with sensors.

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