Introduction to Project: micro:pet
The Project: micro:pet is an engaging activity designed for participants to create a personalized micro:pet for a partner based on insights gathered during an Unplugged activity. This project encourages creativity and collaboration, allowing individuals to summarize their partner's preferences in a pet and prototype a design using available materials.
Key Features:
- User-Centric Design: Participants must consider their partner's likes and dislikes when designing the micro:pet.
- Prototyping: The project emphasizes the importance of prototyping, encouraging users to sketch designs and gather feedback.
- Hands-On Activity: Participants will use various materials to create a functional and appealing micro:pet that supports the micro:bit and its battery pack.
- Creative Exploration: Users can explore different forms for their micro:pet, whether it be an animal, plant, robot, or bug, and incorporate moving parts if desired.
Use Cases:
- Educational Settings: Ideal for classrooms focusing on design thinking and engineering principles.
- Workshops: Can be used in maker spaces or community workshops to foster creativity and collaboration among participants.
- STEM Activities: Integrates technology with hands-on learning, making it suitable for STEM-focused programs.
