Extension Activity

Overview

In this Extension Activity, students will learn how computers communicate with each other, using the radio feature of the micro:bit. Through micro:bit tutorials and pair programming, students will learn how to program the micro:bit to communicate via radio waves.

This Extension Activity is focused on exploring the capabilities of the micro:bit through pair programming, continuing to build the habit of commenting their code, and learning how computers communicate with each other. Students will:

• Discuss: How do computers communicate with each other?
• Learn how the micro:bit radio works
• Create radio games on the micro:bit
• Reflect on their learning