08/06/2026
Can robotics or physical computing be taught online? 🤖
A parent recently asked me whether I could support their child with electronics/robotics-style projects, and it’s made me really excited about this direction for Trinity STEM Academy.
The answer is yes — especially through beginner-friendly tools like micro:bit.
Students can build practical coding projects at home while being guided online through the coding, logic, testing and debugging.
Projects could include:
💡 mini alarm systems
🎮 reaction timers
🌡️ sensor projects
🚶 step counters
🤖 beginner robotics-style challenges
This is a great way for students to see how coding connects to the real world, while practising inputs, outputs, variables, selection, loops and problem-solving.
Would your child enjoy hands-on coding or robotics-style projects?