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Mr. Cummings from Wayne, OK is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sphero Robots for STEM

Help me give my students Sphero Robots for coding, engagement, and STEM education.

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The COVID-19 pandemic and the shift away from in-person learning have had various impacts on students. These include disruption in learning, technology challenges, engagement, and motivation. Students faced disruptions in their regular learning routines, and the sudden shift to remote learning challenged their adaptability and self-regulation skills. Technology presented new challenges as not all students had equal access to technology and the internet, which hindered their ability to participate fully in online learning activities. Also, some students struggled with staying engaged and motivated in virtual learning environments due to a lack of direct interaction with teachers and peers. As we return to the classroom, Sphero robots can help students with these issues.

Sphero robots, programmable robotic devices that can be controlled and coded, can offer several benefits to students in the context of COVID-19 and remote learning.

Sphero robots provide a hands-on and interactive learning experience. Students can physically engage with the robots, enhancing their learning by combining tangible activities with virtual and in-person learning.

Sphero robots can also be used to teach various concepts related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students can learn coding, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills while having fun with the robots. With the interactive nature of Sphero robots, they can help maintain student engagement and motivation, making learning more enjoyable and effective, even in remote settings. Students can also use Sphero robots to create their own projects, experiment with different coding techniques, and innovate, fostering their creativity and imagination. While not a complete substitute for in-person interaction, Sphero robots can facilitate collaborative learning experiences among students. They can work together virtually to program and control the robots, fostering a sense of connection. Sphero robots can also encourage students to move around and be physically active.

Mr. Cummings Wayne Public School Grades 9-12

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sphero BOLT: App-Enabled Robot Ball with Programmable Sensors + LED Matrix, Infrared & Compass - STEM Educational Toy for Kids - Learn JavaScript, Scratch & Swift • Amazon Business $179.00 5 $895.00
khanka Hard Travel Case Replacement for Sphero SPRK+ STEAM Educational Robot/Bolt App-Enabled Robot • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95

Materials cost

$969.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$79.05

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,093.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$192.98

Total project goal

$1,286.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,286.53

2 Donors

-$1,063.00

Donations toward project cost

-$903.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$159.45

match offer

-$223.52

Match offer toward project cost

-$189.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.53

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$0.00

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