Q: Is the kit sold worldwide?
A: Yes, the kit is sold worldwide. Go to: Arduino Science Kit Physics Lab — Arduino Official Store to purchase your kit.
Q: Do I have to be an educator to buy from your site?
A: No, you can purchase an Arduino Science Kit also if you’re not an educator. Go to: Arduino Science Kit Physics Lab — Arduino Official Store to purchase your kit.
Q: Can I use my existing Arduino ID to shop on your website?
A: Yes, you can use your existing Arduino ID.
Q: What’s included in a kit?
A: The Arduino Education Science Kit Physics Lab comes in a handy storage box for later use, along with an Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 and all the parts needed to assemble and carry out the experiments. You will only need to add some easy-to-find household items to keep experimenting, and an Android mobile device to log your data. You will have full access to our exclusive online content platform, and you’ll be entitled to a free month on Arduino Create.
Q: What languages are available?
A: Arduino Science Kit is currently available in English. More translations will be available soon.
Q: Where can I find building instructions for my Arduino Science Kit?
A: Each Arduino Science Kit includes exclusive access to online educational materials. Go to Science Kit Registration to enter your unique access code and get started..
Q: Does my kit needs batteries?
A: Yes, the Arduino Science Kit requires the use of external source power You may want to use a portable power bank (like the one used for charging your phone or tablet) or a Li-Po battery with JST connector to run motion-based experiments.
Q: What grade level are your materials appropriate for?
A: The Arduino Science Kit Physics Lab is the first Arduino Kit designed for middle school students aged 11 to 14. School grades 6 to 8.
Q: This kit is intended for whom?
A: This kit has been designed specifically for Science and Physics teachers interested in bringing an inquiry-based and hands-on approach to their classroom. The kit is currently aligned with the NGSS Standards, and UK National Science Curriculum.
Arduino Science Kit enables learners to think critically, solve problems, and get them acquainted with data analysis thanks to the integration with Arduino Science Journal app.
Each experiment is carefully documented, but it also provides students with some additional resources to keep experimenting further. Students can take ownership over their learning process, ensuring inclusivity in the classroom.
Q: What are the minimum requirements in the classroom?
A: Arduino System Requirements: USB port / Windows XP or higher / Mac OS X 10.5 or higher / Linux / Chrome OS 38 or higher.
Science Journal app System Requirements: Android OS 5 or higher / iOS 12 or higher / Chrome OS System supporting Android Apps.
You will also need a working internet connection.
Q: Is the Arduino board integration Arduino Science Journal app compatible also with iOS devices?
A: Yes! The Arduino integration is available on Android OS and iOS devices.
Q: Is this kit compatible with Chrome OS?
A: Yes. You can access the online content platform from your Chromebook or Chromebox. If you own a Chrome OS System supporting Android Apps you will also be able to run Science Journal from your Chromebook.
Q: Do I need any prior experience with coding?
A: No, you don’t need any prior coding experience. The Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 is pre-loaded with a sketch to run your experiments straight out-of-the-box! You think about Science, we’ll do the rest.
Q: How many students can be enrolled with a kit?
A: Arduino Science Kit is ideally suitable for 2 students, but it can also be used for individual learning or home schooling.
Q: How many lessons are included in the kit?
A: The kit includes access to: a getting started guide, 9 hands-on physics experiments, a teachers guide, printable students worksheets, and a detailed glossary.
Q: How long does a lesson last?
A: The hands-on experiments are approximately 30-45 minutes long. You may want to allocate some additional time for results analysis and discussion in a follow-up class.
Q: What concepts are covered?
A: We have worked with educators and subject experts to select activities related to these main areas: electromagnetism & thermodynamics, and kinetics & kinematics. All activities included in the kit have been created to explain the physics behind amusement park rides.
Q: Do I need to follow the activities’ in the order provided?
A: No, you don’t. These activities can be run independently, however we recommend you get acquainted to the kit with the ‘Getting Started’ first.
Q: Do I need to solder?
A: No, you don’t. This kit includes plug-and-play modules or banana plug leads. No wiring, breadboards, nor soldering is required.
Q: Can I use this kit in my STEM after-school club?
A: Sure! This kit can be used in both formal and informal education settings.
Q: What languages are supported?
A: Arduino Science Kit is available in: English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, and German
Q: Are you planning to align the kit with other national curricula?
A: Yes, more national curricula alignments will be available as more languages will be released.
Q: Is this kit compatible with Google Classroom?
A: Yes, this kit is compatible with Google Classroom. You can share the activities using the Classroom’s button.
Q: Is the teacher guide visible to my students?
A: No, the teacher section is only visible to the teacher. Students can only access the tutorial section, building instructions and download the worksheets.
Q: How can I obtain replacement parts?
A: Please contact our online support.
Q: My board is not working, who should I contact?
A: For technical enquiries, drop an email to support@arduino.cc
Q: My kit is missing a part and I cannot perform the experiments. What do I do?
A: No worries, we’re here to support you! Contact us dropping an email to support@arduino.cc .
Q: I am having issues with the Science Journal app. What do I do?
A: Contact our online support .
Q: Can I re-program my Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 board?
A: Of course you can! The MKR WiFi 1010 included in the kit is like any other regular Arduino Board that you can use for many great projects. Learn more about the tech specs of this board on the product page: Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 — Arduino Official Store
Q: I have uploaded another Sketch onto my board. How can I retrieve the original sketch to run my experiments?
A: You can retrieve your sketch by going to the Arduino Code page of your e-learning platform.
Q: I am not familiar with electronics. Can I delete the sketch by mistake?
A: No, one of the advantages of getting a pre-loaded board, is not to worry about deleting a sketch. You’ll only have to think about Science! Your sketch will still be there, also if you click the reset button by mistake. One click will reboot your board, just wait a few seconds for the sketch to restart. If you click twice you will enter the bootloader mode, which is used to reprogram the board from scratch. You won’t be able to reprogram the board unless you actually do so using the Arduino IDE, overwriting the program with a new one. To go back to your working sketch press the reset button a third time, you will be able to go back to your Science Kit sketch.
Q: If I have a suggestion for a product or product improvement, who should I contact?
A: Your feedback are important! You can drop an email to: support@arduino.cc for detailed feedback on your overall experience with the Arduino Science Kit.