Micro:bit Educational Foundation
A non-profit organisation that creates educational technology and resources to inspire children aged 8-14 to learn computing and digital skills. They develop the BBC micro:bit microcontroller and provide free teacher training, curriculum resources, and programming tools.
Products (4)
Microsoft MakeCode for micro:bit
Micro:bit Educational Foundation
A block-based and text-based code editor that enables students to program the BBC micro:bit using visual blocks or Python code. It provides a beginner-friendly interface for learning programming concepts.
BBC micro:bit
Micro:bit Educational Foundation
A small programmable microcontroller board designed for children aged 8-14 to learn coding and create digital projects. It includes built-in sensors, LED display, buttons, and wireless connectivity.
micro:bit CreateAI
Micro:bit Educational Foundation
An AI and machine learning tool designed for the BBC micro:bit that allows students to train machine learning models using movement data from the device's sensors. Students can create, test, and deploy their own models within the MakeCode editor.
micro:bit Teacher Courses
Micro:bit Educational Foundation
Free online professional development courses for teachers covering micro:bit programming, computing concepts, and AI literacy. Courses can be completed at the learner's own pace.