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Algorithms are instructions that we must follow to complete a specific task.

An easy and fun activity that can be repeated in many ways is command gymnastics.

This is an unplugged activity, requiring no device or internet connection.

We use large command blocks, which we place on the floor or tape to our classroom blackboard.

The commands are simple and include:

1. the images for the beginning and the end

2. the arrows, with which students are asked to move forward, backward, right or left,

3. the images with the various movements

4. the boxes, which show how many times (repetition) they have to repeat the movement.

As part of the eTwinning project: Colorful Preschool Time in November we will deal with hedgehog day and it is an opportunity to create our own hedgehogs in Pixel art either on a worksheet or using the digital application: https://pixelartcss.com/ , enhancing students' visual perception and cultivating their creativity.

The activities of the partner schools will be published in a link in a collaborative digital tool, which will be shared with the project members.

Learning Goals:

• XR Exploration of the Solar System:
  • Gain a deep understanding of extended reality (XR) technologies and their applications in education.
  • Learn how to use XR tools to create immersive and interactive learning experiences.
  • Explore the solar system and its celestial bodies in a virtual reality environment.
  • Develop skills in using XR to enhance student engagement and comprehension of space science concepts.
• Astro Pi and Python Programming:
  • Understand the basics of Python programming, a versatile language widely used in data science and artificial intelligence.
  • Learn how to use Python to program the Astro Pi, a mini-computer sent to the International Space Station.
  • Develop problem-solving and computational thinking skills.
  • Gain hands-on experience with real-world applications of programming.
  • Explore the exciting possibilities of space exploration and citizen science.

Training Outline:

Zone 1: XR Exploration of the Solar System (1 hour)

1. Introduction to XR Technologies:
   • Overview of XR technologies: virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR)
   • Discussion of the potential of XR in education
2. Hands-on XR Experience:
   • Participants will use XR devices to explore the solar system.
   • Immersive experiences:
     • Virtual field trips to planets and moons
     • Interactive simulations of space phenomena
     • Augmented reality overlays on real-world objects (e.g., spaceship models)
3. Creating XR Learning Experiences:
   • Tips for designing effective XR lessons
   • Best practices for incorporating XR into the curriculum
   • Discussion of assessment strategies for XR-based learning

Zone 2: Astro Pi and Python Programming (2 hours)

1. Introduction to Python Programming:
   • Basic Python syntax and data types
   • Control flow statements (loops and conditionals)
   • Functions and modules
2. Astro Pi Mission Zero:
   • Overview of the Astro Pi Mission Zero project
   • Explanation of the hardware and software components of the Astro Pi
3. Hands-on Programming with Astro Pi:
   • Participants will write Python code to collect data from sensors on the Astro Pi.
   • Data analysis and visualization using Python libraries (e.g., Matplotlib, NumPy)
   • Sharing and collaborating on Astro Pi projects with other schools and students worldwide
4. Integrating Astro Pi into the Curriculum:
   • Ideas for incorporating Astro Pi into various subject areas (science, math, computer science)
   • Project-based learning activities using Astro Pi
   • Assessment strategies for Astro Pi-related projects

By the end of this training, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to:

• Design and implement engaging XR-based lessons
• Teach Python programming and data science concepts
• Participate in citizen science projects like Astro Pi Mission Zero
• Inspire students to explore the wonders of space and technology