Introduction
In this first lesson I want you to get familiar with the Lego computer and your working environment. Let's start with a video about Lego Mindstorms. Type "Lego Mindstorms" into Google and watch one video.
Please explain to your neighbour what you can make with Lego. Here is one example on what you can do with two Lego Mindstorms Robots.
Please explain to your neighbour what you can make with Lego. Here is one example on what you can do with two Lego Mindstorms Robots.
activity 1: Your first program
Now it is time to make your first small program. Start the Lege Mindstorms Education EV3 software and click on "Quick Start", "Programming" and follow the instructions of the small Lego man. He will show you how to get the motor up and running. At the same time you learn how to move blocks on the screen, connect them and configure them.
Activity 2: Build your first robot
Now you can start to build your first robot. Follow the instructions inside the small booklet that you find in the box together with the parts. We only need the basic robot without any extras that you find at the beginning of the small manual.
activity 3: learn to move the robot around
Now it is time to move your robot. Try to implement the different tasks and reply to the questions given in the worksheet. Make notes, they will help you later, when we are doing more interesting staff. The worksheet "Short Introduction to the Lego EV-3 Controller will help you to put together your first own programs.