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The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together.
The micro:bit has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world.
Using App Lab students can quickly build apps that communicate with external hardware using our block-to-text app development environment.
The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer with an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that you can program and physically interact with.
There are two versions of the micro:bit and both of them work with the Maker unit:
Wondering which version you have? Check out the micro:bit guide.
Once you have your device, visit the Maker Setup page to install special software that allows your micro:bit to work with our website.
BBC micro:bit devices are are available to purchase globally via our channel partners and resellers.
Contains micro:bit boards and accessories necessary for using Code.org's curriculum. The kit contains individual devices for 15 students, or 30 students to share devices in pairs.
Code.org has partnered with the Micro:bit Educational Foundation to offer teachers several resources on using the BBC micro:bit device.
Grades 6-12
Explore the role of physical devices in computing. Using App Lab and the BBC micro:bit, students develop programs that utilize the same hardware inputs and outputs that you see in the smart devices.
Duration: 25 hours
Grades 2-5
Extension lessons using the micro:bit for classrooms that have completed CS Fundamentals Course C, D, E or F.
Teachers
Self-paced online professional learning experience designed to prepare educators to get started teaching the Creating Apps with Devices unit.
Note: A micro:bit device is required to engage with the activities in this professional learning experience