“During the sessions, the children worked on creating the future city they had envisioned. Following the introductory presentation and a recap of the research based on specific areas of responsibility, the students used laser-cut hexagons to model the layout of their envisioned city. To successfully complete the task, it was essential to consider various urban planning perspectives, as well as to focus on teamwork and communication skills. The city-wide systems spanning multiple areas, such as the railway network, river, and its bridges, required ongoing collaboration from the young city planners.
In the afternoon, the children focused on designing and planning their respective areas. Using TinkerCAD, they created 3D models of their first buildings. By the end of the session, one of the initial designs—a hydroelectric power plant—was even printed. The students were visibly inspired and engaged by the technology, using the tools to bring their own ideas to life. This enthusiasm was also evident in their work at home, including the micro:bit-controlled car and the objects they designed and printed.”
Renner Ildikó, Developer
“Zente first encountered the micro:bit at the Maker’s Red Box session, and he found it fascinating. During my winter days off, I started exploring the potential of the device myself, as it was entirely new to me. We began practicing with simple programs, learning and testing a new function of the device each day. Initially, we displayed text; later, we performed calculations. When we reached the point where motors could be controlled, we had the idea to build a remote-controlled car.
We pulled out an older two-motor car from a Lego box, and using it as a base, we began programming one Saturday afternoon. We connected the two motors to the micro:bit and started testing the program. Along the way, many fine adjustments were needed, which Zente and I brainstormed together. The result was a remote-controlled toy car that worked perfectly in a room.
The collaborative work brought us closer together that afternoon, and since then, we have been constantly discussing new ideas. In the future, we plan to build a movable robotic arm, which will also be controlled with the micro:bit.”
Tácsik Tamás, Parent (SZ1)
