Arduino Blink Challenge

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In this activity, learners explore computer programming and the impact of computers on society. Learners build and test a program to turn a light on and off using an Arduino board. They connect the hardware, program the code, test their system, adapt it for variations in blinking times, evaluate their results, and share observations.

Preparation Time:: 5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:: 1 to 2 hours
Estimated Materials Cost:: Over $20 per group of students
Age Range:: Ages 11 - 18
Resource Types:: Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:: English

Materials List (per group of students)

Student Resource Sheets
Student Worksheets
Computer with internet access
Arduino starter kits
Fan
Insulators

Keywords

Subjects

Engineering and Technology
- Computing
  - Computer Science
  - Information Systems
  - Information Technology
- Engineering
  - Computer Engineering
  - Electrical Engineering
- Technology
  - Information and Communication
Physical Sciences
- Electricity and Magnetism
  - Electric Charges and Currents
  - Electric Circuits
- Energy
  - Energy and Power
The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
  - Conducting Investigations
  - Gathering Data
  - Formulating Explanations
  - Communicating Results
The Nature of Technology
- Technology and Society
  - Impacts of Technology
- The Design Process
  - Research and Development
  - Invention and Innovation
  - Problem Solving
  - Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Informal Categories

Computers
Electronics

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

see
read
use keyboard
use mouse
touch

Learning styles supported:

Involves teamwork and communication skills
Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Full Lesson Plan as PDF

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

This resource is part of:

TryEngineering Lesson Plans

Access Rights:

Free access

By:

TryEngineering, IEEE