#BRESA Resource Requests

The resources/kits listed below are available for check-out by completing the form embedded below. Resources will be lent on a first come, first served basis and most likely delivered via the REMC van. The teacher assumes responsibility for items. If you want to hear some ideas on how these items have been used in the classroom, or you have specific questions please contact Joe (joe.rommel@berrienresa.org) or John (john.phillips@berrienresa.org)

14 Sphero SPRK Robots
30 Mini Sphero Robots
1 Sphero Code Activity Mat
10 Makey Makey Inventor Kits
2 Hot Wheels Speedometry Classroom Kits
2 Classroom Strawbees Creation Packs
8 Breakout Boxes
3 3D Printers
4 Hummingbird Robotics Classroom Kits
2 Sets of KEVA Planks
Classroom set of MakeDo cardboard creation tools
6 Dot Robot Coding Kits (to be used as a room station)

1 Dot robot per kit

1 Classroom set of 14 Dash Robots, and brick accessories for all robots.
STEM thru Literature Kit(s)
Oculus Quest Guided Experience - Requires John or Joe to provide experience.
Classroom set of Tello Drones
Classroom set of Micro:Bits

Classroom sets of Micro:Bit RC Cars

Getting Started with 3D Printing: Part 1

By now, it is likely that you have seen or heard of the concept of 3D printing. The easiest way to think of it is taking a 3D model off of the computer and turning it into a real life product. 3D printing is an additive manufacturing process so there is very little waste when you make objects. When you decide to get started yourself, it can be VERY overwhelming trying to figure out which 3D printer to buy and how to even begin. In this series of blog posts, I intend to share some first hand tips on how to make that process easier and help you avoid some mistakes that I have made. Finding a Printer S eeMeCNC Rostock MAX v2 Congratulations, you have examined your educational goals and figured out that a 3D printer would be a good fit for you and your students! Expect that you will need to have a budget of approx. $700 to $1000 to get started. That would include the cost of the machine, and a spool of filament. Here at the RESA we have a RoStock MAX v2 ($1000 for the kit

Student Technology Showcase Post

Each year, student teams and their teachers from around the state participate in the AT&T/MACUL/MVU Student Technology Showcase , an event held at the State of Michigan Capitol Building. This year’s Student Technology Showcase took place on December 7, representing 34 schools across Michigan. It was an opportunity for teachers and students to present to lawmakers classroom technology projects designed and created by students at all levels of K-12 education. Through these demonstrations our lawmakers see the importance of technology integration into the classroom firsthand, hearing straight from students themselves. The event was also a chance for teams to move about the rotunda of the Capitol to explore the work of teams from other districts. These new connections helped students grow their digital literacy knowledge while discovering the possibilities of other technology integrations into school projects and curriculum. For most students, this was their first exp

Tech Camp: Google Apps for Education 2015

Happy August! The world is picking up speed here at Berrien RESA! We are rapidly preparing to host more than 100 educators for Tech Camp 2015. This year we are focusing the camp on the Google Apps for Education suite. With over 16 sessions being offered per day, there should be something for everyone! http://www.solutionwhere.com/berrienresa/cw/showcourse.asp?309 If you are interested in registering for Tech Camp , the registration deadline is August 12th! Get a jumpstart on your school year and come learn from some of the best and brightest from all around the state!

#BRESA Tech Talk

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