Code-Nator

Debugging Robots with mBot Mega

TEAM MEMBERS: joel erulu , fredy quintanilla , danique holt

ADVISORS: Dr. cengiz gunay , Dr. cindy robertson

TECH: mbot mega , mblock

DIFFICULTY: beginner

TARGET AUDIENCE: k-12 , college , middle-school

DURATION: 30 - 60 - 90 minutes

CURATOR(S):

PUBLISHED DATE: Apr 28 2025

CREATED IN SEMESTER: Spring 2025

About

The objective of the workshop is to use mBots to teach basic coding and debugging.
Participants will observe a demo of how code is intended to make the mBot react, then receive “broken code” to debug using block-based logic.
Students will be divided into groups focused on RGB lights, speed/distance, and turning/lateral movement. After mastering their tasks, they’ll work together in teams to complete a timed track challenge.

Project Information

Difficulty Level: Beginner
Target Audience: K-12 and college students
Duration of Workshop: 30 - 90 minutes
Needed Materials: Tablets, mBot Mega, mBlock software, Cardboard Maze
Learning Outcomes: Understand how to debug and fix block-based code Learn robotic motion concepts (speed, direction, lights) Apply programming logic to physical problem-solving
Main Technology: mBot Mega
Technology Ambassador Program (TAP) is a project-based class fostering a collaborative environment for students to develop semester-long projects. TAP promotes IT participation through outreach activities and workshops designed to showcase the creative and fun side of technology.