Pre-school
Discover through play
Exploration, construction, sequencing, spatial orientation, cause and effect, creativity and solving small challenges.
Key skillsCuriosity · fine motor skills · reasoning · communication · cooperation
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Educational Robotics and Programming
Learning, building and solving problems through technology. A practical and interdisciplinary AEC, aligned with the Essential Learning Outcomes and adapted to Pre-School, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Cycles.
Educational Robotics is much more than technology.
Educational Robotics makes it possible to create learning situations where pupils draw on knowledge from different areas and develop skills through experimentation, problem-solving and collaborative work.
The activities are designed to promote links between Technology, Mathematics, Science, Portuguese and cross-curricular skills, while respecting the characteristics and objectives of each level of education.
Our activities promote:
- Reasoning and problem-solving
- Creativity and critical thinking
- Cooperation and communication
- Computational thinking
- Experimentation and practical application of knowledge
- Autonomy and adaptability
Curricular alignment
From Essential Learning to practical application.
Robotics can act as a learning context for drawing on the knowledge and skills set out in the Essential Learning Outcomes, through practical and interdisciplinary challenges.
AreaHow it is developed through the activity
Mathematics
Logical reasoning, geometry, measures, patterns, spatial relationships and problem-solving.
Natural Sciences / Environmental Studies
Observation, experimentation, investigation and understanding of phenomena.
Technology and ICT
Programming, computational thinking, technological systems and responsible use of technology.
Portuguese
Communication, interpreting challenges, argumentation and presenting solutions.
Physical Education
Coordination, spatial orientation and movement-based challenges, where applicable.
Cross-curricular skills
Collaboration, autonomy, critical thinking, creativity and communication.
By level of education
Content adapted to each stage.
The challenges, materials and objectives evolve with the age and skills of each group.
Primary School
Building, experimenting and programming
An introduction to building mechanisms, sequences, block programming and guided problem-solving linked to Mathematics and Environmental Studies.
Key skillsLogical reasoning · sequencing · creativity · collaboration · autonomy
Lower Secondary School
Solving challenges with technology
Building structures and mechanisms, using motors and sensors, block programming and the practical application of Mathematics and Science concepts.
Key skillsComputational thinking · investigation · communication · problem-solving
Upper Secondary School
Designing solutions and deepening programming
Developing robotics projects, algorithms, data collection, prototyping and iterative improvement of solutions to real-world challenges.
Key skillsCritical thinking · programming · engineering · autonomy · project work
LearningLAB Methodology
Learning by doing, from challenge to reflection.
Learning by doing: each challenge turns pupils into protagonists and mistakes into an opportunity to understand, improve and move forward.
Mission
We present a clear and motivating challenge.
Construction
Pupils plan and build their solution.
Programming
They give instructions to the robot and explore algorithms.
Test
They put the solution into operation.
Error
They identify what did not work and look for alternatives.
Memory
They record the process, the decisions and what they discovered.
Reflection and group sharing
They relate the experience to what they have learned and explain their solutions.
A closer look at a session
What happens in a session?
Each session combines discovery, construction and programming. The trainer presents a mission, supports the teams during experimentation and ends with the sharing of solutions.
Mission launch
Contextualisation of the challenge and the session objectives.
Exploration and construction
Teamwork with pieces, mechanisms, sensors and materials.
Programming
Creation of the instructions needed to complete the mission.
Testing and improvement
Experimentation, identification of errors and refinement of the solution.
Reflection and sharing
Presentation of results and links to the learning achieved.
Activity examples
Challenges that spark curiosity.
Navigating a maze
Programming a robot to follow a route, measure distances and avoid obstacles.
Building a bridge or mechanism
Exploring structures, stability, gears and movement.
Responding to the environment
Using sensors to detect light, distance, sound or contact and trigger actions.
Solving a themed mission
Creating solutions linked to the environment, the city, space or other curriculum content.
A complete solution
What the school receives.
LearningLAB ensures a simple, consistent implementation aligned with the institution's objectives.
- Structured educational programme
- Activity planning
- Specialist trainers
- Equipment and materials
- Activities adapted to the level of education
- Implementation support
- Liaison with the school
LearningLAB experiences
Robotics in action
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