The Dexta approach
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Students should understand what their code is controlling and why the systems they build behave the way they do.
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Robotics and coding can be a platform to reinforce academic concepts.
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The best way to deliver robotics in a school is to train teachers in the schools.
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Students should be able to practice robotics and coding at home.
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What students learn
Science
- Light
- Sound waves
- Motion
- Forces
- Friction
- Materials and structures
- Electrical circuits
- Conductors and non-conductors
- Energy transfer
- Reflection
ICT & Coding
- Microcontroller programming
- Algorithms
- Pseudocode
- Conditional statements
- Loops
- Basic program structure
- Sequential instructions
- Program logic
- Motor control
- Digital and analogue inputs/outputs
Engineering & Mechanics
- Robot design and construction
- Motors
- Gear and movement concepts
- Sensor positioning
- Design and prototyping
- Breadboard connections
- Circuit construction
- Robot chassis
- Mechanical stability
- Weight distribution
- Sensor input
- Output devices
- Decision-making
- Testing
Mathematics
- Measurement
- Variables
- Distance
- Time
- Speed
- Angles
- Ratios
- Patterns
- Data interpretation
- Logical reasoning
- Repetition
- Numerical comparison
- Thresholds
Teacher training
We train teachers to deliver robotics lessons themselves so your school is not depending entirely on an external robotics facilitator. This is cost effective and produces better student outcomes.
Training process
Phase 1 — Guided Self-Learning
1 WeekTeachers receive training videos on:
- Introduction to Arduino and robotics
- Coding fundamentals
- System setup guidance
Phase 2 — Intensive Practical Training
1 DayAfter the self-learning phase, Dext conducts an intensive in-person training session where teachers receive practical training on:
- Coding
- Circuit building
- Robot assembly
- Troubleshooting
- Classroom delivery
Teacher training (1 person) can be added to a Dexta kit at checkout for orders in Ghana. Outside Ghana? Contact us.
