Lesson Objective: To teach students about algorithms and programming.
Materials Needed: LEGO RCX kits, extra LEGO pieces, light sensor, ring for bots to fight in made of a tape circle on the floor, Computers running ROBOLAB.
Procedure:
1. Teach the students about algorithms as...

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See "Morse Code" PDF for detailed Instructions

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See "Find The Hidden Letter" PDF for Detailed Instructions

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