Programming the Micro:bit With Microsoft MakeCode (CS)

If you haven’t worked with the pocket-sized computer micro:bit, you should. With its affordability and diverse collection of inputs/outputs, this microcomputer lends itself to countless classroom activities. This session will investigate how the micro:bit can be used as a learning tool for better understanding essential computer science concepts like cybersecurity and networking. Utilizing Microsoft’s MakeCode online platform makes the micro:bit a great value-add for educators looking to bring versatile educational technology into the learning space.