【For P4 - S3】
The micro:bit Model Hovercraft Competition offers a series of learning activities, from learning STEM knowledges in gradewide fun day, exchanging insights amongsts teams at the inter-school practice match to competing for awards with their optimised design.
The competition learning and teaching solutions support seamless integration into the curriculum with clear mapping with topics in the guidelines issued by The Education Bureau.
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![Learn to use micro:bit in wireless communication and use that in remote control of the Hovercraft.]()
Learn to use micro:bit in wireless communication and use that in remote control of the Hovercraft.![Learn to use micro:bit in wireless communication and use that in remote control of the Hovercraft.]()
Learn to use micro:bit in wireless communication and use that in remote control of the Hovercraft. -
![Fine-tune control over the Hovercraft by coding instructions.]()
Fine-tune control over the Hovercraft by coding instructions.![Fine-tune control over the Hovercraft by coding instructions.]()
Fine-tune control over the Hovercraft by coding instructions. -
![Distinguish between different propulsion setups to efficiently control the Hovercraft!]()
Distinguish between different propulsion setups to efficiently control the Hovercraft!![Distinguish between different propulsion setups to efficiently control the Hovercraft!]()
Distinguish between different propulsion setups to efficiently control the Hovercraft! -
![Get to know the science behind the Hovercraft.]()
Get to know the science behind the Hovercraft.![Get to know the science behind the Hovercraft.]()
Get to know the science behind the Hovercraft.
STEAM UP through 4 packed hours of learning, building and competing!
【Recommended for STEM Days and open days】
- Learn about structures and systems of a Hovercraft spanning various subjects
- Enhance students' commitment with team-based competitions
- Not just building and coding it, students also remote control it to steer through the challenges
- Comes with detailed learning handbook and online resources
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![Analyse the dos and don'ts to optimise the Hovercraft!]()
Analyse the dos and don'ts to optimise the Hovercraft!![Analyse the dos and don'ts to optimise the Hovercraft!]()
Analyse the dos and don'ts to optimise the Hovercraft! -
![Familiarise controls to finesse through every mission.]()
Familiarise controls to finesse through every mission.![Familiarise controls to finesse through every mission.]()
Familiarise controls to finesse through every mission.
Apply STEAM knowledge in building the best Hovercraft for competition!
- Learn about fluid motion and forces for application in design and manufacture
- Get familiar with coding in controlling motors and other parts
- Use micro:bit to wirelessly communicate with every part of your Hovercraft
- Test your Hovercraft and optimise it with design and code
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![Varied challenges in competition, each a problem solving opportunity!]()
Varied challenges in competition, each a problem solving opportunity!![Varied challenges in competition, each a problem solving opportunity!]()
Varied challenges in competition, each a problem solving opportunity! -
![Appreciate designs from others on competition day!]()
Appreciate designs from others on competition day!![Appreciate designs from others on competition day!]()
Appreciate designs from others on competition day! -
![Control your Hovercraft on the spot, don't lose your cool!]()
Control your Hovercraft on the spot, don't lose your cool!![Control your Hovercraft on the spot, don't lose your cool!]()
Control your Hovercraft on the spot, don't lose your cool!
A regional platform for STEAM competition for students to challenge each other!
- 4-hours of Joint Schools Practice Match
- Speed, rescue, and hindered-movement challenges
- A comprehensive points system and individual awards in each category
- Design awards for the creative minds
micro:bit Hovercraft Competition 2023-24 Competition Program
Program 1 (1 team): HK$ 6,000
Program 3 (3 teams): HK$ 15,000
Program 5 (5 teams): HK$ 20,000
With a maximum of 4 students in a team, all program consists of the team admission fee, eligibility to join the Joint School Practice Match, the Hovercraft Competition Kit, the BBC micro:bit Starter Kit V2, the Competition Guide, as well as the participation certificates.
Involve all aspects of learning with the Hovercraft, a one-stop-shop to support STEAM education in schools.
- Teachers' training ─ Professional trainers provide tailored solutions to help each teacher
- STEAM for All Hovercraft Fun Day ─ A year-wide activity for students to make the best of their learning with technology
- Competition ─ A chance for students to put their efforts into testing
- Support ─ A complete guide to teaching with learning handbooks and online resources
- Courses and technical consultation ─ Assist with any obstacle in teaching or application
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