Activity 57 · Technology
Grid Robot Programmer
Materials Grid mats, tokens, and obstacle cards.
What to describe
The Programmer gives step-by-step commands to move a token through the grid. The Operator follows the commands exactly.
Roles
How a round works
Make it harder or easier
Harder
Give the entire algorithm up front as numbered steps; no live questions or corrections.
Easier
Allow the Builder to confirm and act on one instruction at a time.
Reflect
Skills
Standards & alignment
TEKS Technology Applications / CS TEKS · algorithms & precise instructions; Science SEPs where applicable (confirm grade code)
NGSS NGSS SEP-8: Obtaining, Evaluating & Communicating Information · SEP-5: Using Mathematics & Computational Thinking