Hardware and Components:

• Arduino UNO WiFi Rev2 Boards: 8 units, WiFi-enabled for versatile connectivity and programming capabilities.
• Arduino Education Shields: 8 units, add-on boards designed for educational purposes, featuring an SD card reader and an audio connector for extended functionalities.
• Breadboards: Two different sizes provided for each board to facilitate easy circuit building.
• Electronic Components: Includes resistors, LEDs, pushbuttons, buzzers, potentiometers, light and ultrasonic sensors.
• Power Supplies: Eight 9V batteries, each with two battery connectors.
• Connectivity: Jumper wires and USB cables are provided for connecting components and interfacing with computers.
• Assembly Pieces: Modular pieces for constructing eight different guided projects.
• Storage: Component boxes for student groups and spare components for classroom management.
• Online Platform: Access to a comprehensive software platform for educators, offering lesson materials, assembly videos, and interactive projects.

Educational Content:

• The module offers a blended learning experience, combining physical hardware projects with an online learning platform that includes 8 lessons and 8 guided projects, totaling 24 hours of content designed by the Arduino Education team. This platform is accessible in multiple languages, including English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and French, ensuring a wide reach.

Learning Resources:

Arduino Education

Applications and Projects:

The CTC GO! – Core Module is specifically designed to engage high school students in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) subjects through a playful, hands-on learning approach. This module not only teaches the basics of electronics and coding but also emphasizes real-world applications, making learning both relevant and exciting for students.

Applications and Use Cases:

Integration with STEAM Subjects: The program provides a modular cross-curricular approach that allows for the incorporation of technology as a tool in various STEAM subjects, offering a comprehensive understanding of how these disciplines intersect in real-world scenarios.

Project-Based Learning: Students get to design, create, and test a series of projects and experiments, fostering an environment of active learning and practical application of theoretical knowledge.

21st-Century Skills Development: The collaborative nature of the module’s activities is geared towards developing essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity.