GEAR-Tech-21 Curriculum
Description
GEAR-Tech-21, based on ITEST project National Robotics in 4-H: Workforce Skills for the 21st Century, teaches robotics, GPS, and GIS technologies to middle school youth through building and programming a robot, navigation, and mapmaking activities.
The linked website provides step-by-step guides and resources and access to an innovative curriculum and educator’s guide for 300 instruction hours set over a two-year period. Additionally, those who sign up can gain access to GEAR-Tech-21 equipment rental.
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Project Curricula Details
Website
Target Setting(s)
Middle school (6-8)
Additional Disciplines
Engineering - robotics