Meet Marty the Robot
A walking, talking, dancing, eyebrow-wiggling robot that helps introduce children to the world of coding, robotics and AI in a fun, engaging and hands-on way.
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Marty comes with an extensive library of educational resources across the curriculum: from lesson plans to classroom-ready presentations, you’ll find it all in our Learning Portal.
With 40 languages, Marty serves as an exceptional language learning companion. Now, with AI/Machine Learning capabilities, Marty takes children on an interactive journey into the realm of robotics. Dive into the empowering features of the sensor dashboard, offering aspiring coders a platform to deepen their understanding of coding principles and apply them with precision.
Designed for pre-readers, ‘Marty Unplugged’ offers a screen- and text-free introduction to computational thinking. Learners are challenged to sequence courses for Marty using color commands and, as there are no text blockers, is suitable for learners who are challenged by literacy or are very young (4+). Unplugged provides a range of opportunities for learners to practice developing sequences and reinforces directional language: forward, back, left, right, stop.
An opportunity for early-readers to expand their understanding of sequences and add precision to the number of actions they want Marty to complete. Learners are challenged to create sequences with symbolic commands, visualise Marty’s path and plan the steps before running commands with our ‘sequencer’.
A step-in to block-based programming with text-free symbols and a horizontal layout, suitable for emerging readers. This environment is based on ScratchJr so should be very familiar to pupils who have used this program. In this environment, learners will see their code come to life both through their physical Marty and via an in-app sprite. Learners can even personalise the sprite and the virtual backgrounds.
Suitable for confident readers, MartyBlocks is an extension to MartyBlocks Jr and introduces more functionality through a vertical layout. This environment is based on Scratch and allows for progression beyond elementary school with more advanced work. As code is organized vertically, learners can develop longer blocks of sequences (more similar to how code is written in text).
Designed for pre-readers, ‘Marty Unplugged’ offers a screen- and text-free introduction to computational thinking. Learners are challenged to sequence courses for Marty using color commands and, as there are no text blockers, is suitable for learners who are challenged by literacy or are very young (4+). Unplugged provides a range of opportunities for learners to practice developing sequences and reinforces directional language: forward, back, left, right, stop.
An opportunity for early-readers to expand their understanding of sequences and add precision to the number of actions they want Marty to complete. Learners are challenged to create sequences with symbolic commands, visualise Marty’s path and plan the steps before running commands with our ‘sequencer’.
A step-in to block-based programming with text-free symbols and a horizontal layout, suitable for emerging readers. This environment is based on ScratchJr so should be very familiar to pupils who have used this program. In this environment, learners will see their code come to life both through their physical Marty and via an in-app sprite. Learners can even personalise the sprite and the virtual backgrounds.
Suitable for confident readers, MartyBlocks is an extension to MartyBlocks Jr and introduces more functionality through a vertical layout. This environment is based on Scratch and allows for progression beyond elementary school with more advanced work. As code is organized vertically, learners can develop longer blocks of sequences (more similar to how code is written in text).
-Andrea Meissner, Principal of Laguna Niguel Elementary
-Peter Lee, STEM Teacher
-Maggie Philips, Head of Professional Learning, PowerUp EDU
-Tanya Howden, Computing Science Teacher
-Colleen Lynch, Teacher
-Jonathan Henderson, Digital Leader/Teacher
There’s been a lot of research conducted that suggests humanoid robots (the ones that look and act like people) are great at engaging students of all ages and stages. Humanoid robots have been shown to help foster greater engagement from learners across a wide array of subjects in the curriculum. Having a human form has been proven to invoke a stronger connection and sense of ownership.
We’ve compiled a research paper that showcases the benefits of humanoid robots in education.
Research demonstrates that computer science offers an interactive, practical method for students to develop and strengthen the essential interpersonal skills required to become resilient citizens, collaborative team members, and effective leaders.
Every time students embark on a robotics challenge, they’re not only tackling technical tasks but also developing vital social and emotional learning skills such as determination, teamwork, problem-solving, creative thinking, and cooperation.
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Are you looking for new STEM resources for your classroom? Robotical is loaning Marty the Robot to schools for no-obligation, two-week trials.