Module Summary

1. OVERVIEW

Unified Robotics is an enrichment program that aims to excite neurodiverse students about robotics and inspires them to participate in STEM activities and consider these subjects for higher education and as future careers. Unified Robotics is aimed at students in two age categories; 8-11 years old and above 12 years old.

The goal is that every teammate should play a meaningful role and have the opportunity to contribute his or her strengths to their team. There should be significant teamwork and communication among teammates that allows everyone to participate fully and enjoy a positive experience.

Unified Robotics 2021-2022 will consist of a four weeks of team training followed buy two weeks of qualifying rounds. Ten teams in each age category will advance to the National Finals. UR 2021-2022 will be held virtually using a coding-based platform, CoderZ.

2. OBJECTIVES

TANGIBLE GOAL #1

Prepare coaches for participation in Unified Robotics 2021-2022 competition season.

TANGIBLE GOAL #2

Provide Teachers will the skills necessary to engage the Coder Z cyber Robotics Courses.

TANGIBLE GOAL #3

Prepare teachers to track and support students as they work on Coder Z Cyber Robotics courses and Coder Z League .

3. TARGET AUDIENCE

Teachers of students ages 8-18 years of age.