Links to download the WeDo 2.0 software can be found on LEGO Education Downloads. The SmartHub is powered by either two AA batteries or a rechargeable battery pack (purchased separately). WeDo 2.0 features a programmable SmartHub that connects to a computer or tablet via Bluetooth Low Energy, meaning that there is no longer a need to physically tether creations to a computer (as was required with the original WeDo kit). The WeDo 2.0 Software is available for desktops and tablets and is free to download. The LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 Core Set (45300) contains 280 pieces, including a motor, and tilt sensor, and motion sensor. WeDo 2.0 was released at the beginning of 2016. The original WeDo set was released in 2009. The link above goes directly to the WeDo section.LEGO WeDo is a robotics kit designed for younger students. Not all of the building instructions are included (yet) for the WeDo constructions displayed. This site, by Diego Gálvez, has constructions for both NXT and WeDo. The programmes for each project are available but not the building steps so users will have to figure them out for themselves from the photos and videos. It not only has the original 12 builds but some 20 more (and counting) with both visual building instructions and a video showing the completed project.įabio and Pietro Formenti have created a blog with awesome projects. WeDoBots: The unofficial blog for LEGO WeDo Designs Her blog includes a vehicle displaying some of the student creations. Stephanie Greer describes a mini-lesson, the “WeDo Vehicle Challenge” that she used with her 7 to 9th grade students in her after school club. Stefan even includes some rather sophisticated math to explain the centrifugal forces at work in the Governor project. Stefan Bracher has building directions and the programme for three very cool projects – Speed Governor, Rocket, and Cable Car.

The list below is by no means complete and additions are welcome. There is also a fabulous developing list of activities (building projects) developed by teachers and robotics enthusiasts posted online. LEGO Education offered a set of four Extension activities and the WeDo 8+ Projects Curriculum Pack. The WeDo kit comes with 12 activities that start with a motivating animation, followed by easy to follow building and programming directions.

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