4-H Junior Robotics (NXT)

Filed Under: STEM – Science Technology Engineering and Math, Technology

4-H Junior Robotics (NXT) will serve as a gateway to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math through building and programming LEGO models. The robotics program utilizes the LEGO Mindstorms Robot with NXT-G software. Advanced juniors may also use RobotC software.

Target Audience(s):

Children and youth ages 8-13

Objectives:

Participants will:

Build the REM robot,
Program the NXT robot,
Use advanced programming commands,
Make use of sensors in programming, and
Solve age-appropriate research problems.

Total Number of Modules or Sessions: 20

Total Number of Hours for Program Delivery: 20

Program Delivery:

Educational Class
Social Media
Websites Other than eXtension
Educational Video (Online or DVD)

Primary Contact:

Dr. Mariah Morgan, mariah.s.morgan@msstate.edu

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