*Most articles are in English only
Wheel:bit isn't just a robot car; it's a springboard for creativity and creation. Unlike many competitors that have a more closed design, Wheel:bit invites users to customize and change the design, so you can truly create your own unique version.
KodeKlassen is a unique service aimed at schools and teachers. This service is designed to ease the burden on teachers when it comes to using new teaching aids and equipment such as micro:bit in the classroom.
At a time when more and more teaching methods are being digitized, Norwegian authorities have put practical training in focus. The government has announced its proposal to earmark an impressive NOK 127 million to support the purchase of learning materials that will revolutionize how students learn. This comes as a breath of fresh air in the world of education, and we want to explore what this means for students and schools across the country.
MakeKit are proud and honored to receive a Kid Judge Bett Awards at BETT 2023, the world's largest educational technology event. The prize was "Best DT/STEM product with sustainable principles at the heart of the design" - It teaches you coding and is a lot of fun! Was the comments
MakeKit has partnered with Nerdebutikken to develop and produce several experiment kits for the 2023 Christmas calendar. The calendar has for several years scored sixes on the dice for its fascinating and family-friendly experiments that are easy to complete. MakeKit is developing more gifts and experiments that build on each other. We won't reveal too much
Did you know that data logging can be made super easy with micro:bit? Recently we held a workshop where elected science teachers got to download real-time telemetry data from the Air:bit drone. Read the article: https://www.tekna.no/magasinet/vil-gjorde-matte-og-fysikk-goy-med-microbitdroner/
In connection with the launch of the initiative, the 6 organizations visited us in MakeKit. The only Norwegian manufacturer of teaching aids and technical toys for micro:bit.
Here, everyone got to experience a bit of mastery, commitment and perhaps for the first time build and code something that actually works.
Learning program for Hover:bit and interdisciplinary collaboration lk20 in the subjects arts and crafts, mathematics, science, programming, Norwegian and English.
We take students on a journey out of the Earth's atmosphere and into our solar system, they are explorers.
The aim is to investigate the different planets in our solar system and their properties. Along for the ride is their own developed robotic assistant.
3D print your own drone MakeKit's drones and class kits are compatible with most 3d print frames for 7x20mm motors. Click on the links below to get to the Thingiverse files. Note that some of the frames are just a starting point that may need to be modified and improved. Requirements for design of frame One
Tasks for programming in arts and crafts (KHV-01-02), learning objectives and examples. Teacher courses, professional development and workshops to get started with coding in arts and crafts and interdisciplinary teaching.
How to get started with programming in school. Why programming and coding in school. The academic renewal of the competence promise LK2020 and the competence goals. How to get started and what courses, workshops, skills development and teacher courses are offered.
Tired of too much noise in the classroom? You can now build your own "Sound level meter" monitoring the noise level. This is a pretty cool and also useful project which is part of the Wonder:Kit Explorer and powered by micro:bit. In this version, we have made the monitor plate
Unlock the secrets of the past, the future and your fortune with the Magic 8 Ball and Reaction:bit, powered by Wonder:Kit and the micro:bit. The Magic 8 Ball micro:bit project is part of the Wonder:Kit Explorer. It's a great starter project that you can start with from 4. grade. What
Ever wanted to build your own car? Take it from one who actually has done so, it is a great experience that will inspire and a fantastic opportunity to learn. Steinar Holøs, CEO and co-founder of MakeKit Name change Bot:bit has change name to Wheel:bit The Bot:bit is an additional
TinkerCAD is a great and free tool to use, where everyone can get started and create their own designs and constructions. We have good experience of using the program at school, workshops and courses. But under certain conditions, such as having a clear idea, to begin with, and knowing the
Air:bit Trouble shooting A drone is a complex aerial vehicle, both construction and the code needs to be correct for it to fly, and it can be difficult finding a small problem that disturbs the behavior of the drone. In this article, we will aid you so you can give
Start the new semester with an awesome experience! The UMC (ultimate maker challenge) is a competition between teams of students, schools and even nations. You as a teacher or educator get to showcase just how interesting the STE(A)M subjects can be. The challenge is a perfect opportunity to
How do I apply for funding from the Technology Rucksack? What are the requirements? It's also possible to apply for grants for digital teaching materials! Get help applying Does your school need programming equipment, but lack the necessary resources to purchase it? As part of the
As you may have noticed, the micro:bit is now being upgraded to V2 and the V1 has stopped production. Some of the new features include a better processor, more memory, and a built-in microphone and speaker. You can easily recognize the difference by looking at the notches at the bottom,
Together with Undervisningsplan.no, MakeKit created an interdisciplinary coding project to create and code a device to improve social distancing. The teaching program uses the micro:bit that most primary schools have access to through the Super:bit project, to create an electronic alert device that notifies you if you are too far away.
Fly your Air:bit by using the smart glove! With the help of this glove, you can control the Air:bit, by using hand movement! You can still use the buttons A and B for more or less throttle. By using the finger sensors, you can also give a boost for more
Say hello to a new addition to the Hover:bit family! The Boaty bit by:bit is a 3D-printable boat, that is pre made for you. You don't have to do any work with the file, but you are free to do modifications to the boat if you want to! From
How can we teach students about technology in a playful way? That was the challenge we in MakeKit where given before this year's Nordic Edge KnowHow EdTech Conference. Other participants during the conference where: Google Education, Gamoteca, University of Malaya, Snøhetta and LEGO-Education. Challenge accepted!!! Together with 6 students from
Make a roof parking stick and park your drone on the go! Much like the previous game, "The Flying Magnet", the idea was to create something challenging, fun, and awesome! And the result is "Roof Parking". What you need to build this project; a flower stick
Air:bit is a fantastic drone in itself. But with all the things you can do besides flying the drone, this is a great adventure! This time we wanted to create something that you can do alone, or with a friend. And the flying magnet, is the result
As humans, we have always wondered how the world looks like from a bird's-eye perspective. This is why the popularity of camera-drones has sky rocketed! Now you can make your own camera-drone! With our quadcopter, Air:bit, cameras can be attached to it, and from there we can see the beauty of
Air:bit - 3D mod I've had the pleasure of doing some 3D-modifications on the Air:bit quadcopter, and let me tell you, it was great fun. The process was somehow straight forward, but it had to fit within the already existing 3D-frame for the Air:bit. What I
It is this time of year! When it is time to get back into the routines. Time to find the pencil case, backpack and drinking bottle. Many are excited, nervous and some may be dreading going back to school. Going back to schools means seeing good friends, classmates and teachers
NRK Beta challenged us to create a gadget that can alert you if someone is closer than 1 meter. Here you get the recipe. Link to code and 3d/laser files can be found at the bottom of this post. See smitte:bit in action on NRK2! Here's what you need: Simple version: 2 micro:bits
At the time of writing, there is only one week left before the deadline to apply for funding for teaching materials from the Technology Rucksack. These funds are intended to make the implementation of the lap renewal easier for schools and teachers. A good opportunity for all schools The Technology Rucksack A
"When I was young, one of the coolest things I wanted to make was a boat. And to be able to drive it around on water by remote control. But as time went by and there was no easy way to do it at the time, the plans for building
Apply for the Technology Rucksack before 15. May UDIR has now opened this year's application for funding from the Technological Schoolbag. A program that will give students knowledge and understanding of technology, algorithmic thinking and programming. This program is part of the digitalization strategy. The government has allocated NOK 450 million to this initiative.
We are so thankful to all who pledged and supported the project on Kickstarter. Everyone who supported us is important for the success of this project. Without you, we would not have seen the micro:bit drone, Air:bit. Now it is time for you to get your rewards! The
