Computer Science Foundations Educator Guide (Course 1)

Computer Science Foundations (CSF) is a supplemental, standards-aligned curriculum designed to be taught in the classroom alongside our BOLT robot. Almost all the lessons are fully compatible with BOLT+, Sphero’s latest round robot.* By the end of course 1, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with the draw canvas and know how to use block programs to manipulate lights and sounds, and create loops and conditionals. STANDARDS-ALIGNED CS LEARNING: Aligned to NGSS, CSTA, TEKS, and various international and state standards. PRINTED TEACHER GUIDEBOOK: A resource-rich print guide containing 24 detailed lessons for educators. Digital materials are available at no cost on Sphero Central. REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS: Lessons that connect coding concepts to real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. ADAPTABLE CURRICULUM: Flexible lesson plans that can be tailored to different classroom settings and student needs. *Lessons utilizing the BOLT magnetome