( ENSPIRE Community Spotlight ) RoboLink Offers CoDrone Kits For Classrooms
ENSPIRE Contributor: Gabrielle Maya
Back-to-school is almost near, and accessibility to technology is being delivered to schools. Robolink plays a huge part in advancing technology and engagement with students in K-12. This company makes robotics kits for students, advancing student engagement and preparing them for competitive play with existing teaching methods. If there are students who are passionate about engineering, and coding and are in STEM, Robolink wants to help those students understand how technology can be creative and improve the world. Their mission is to empower educators and classrooms with the tools to guide students into innovative careers for the future. Equipping educators with kits and suites can advance minds and creativity in the technology space.
One particular way RoboLink is making this goal a reality is through the CoDrone EDU, a programmable drone for learning. This product is a great way to learn code and has a durable and safe frame that makes it a learning tool for the classroom and even competitions. The CoDrone EDU offers an eight-minute flight time, a battery charge of up to 60 minutes, and a 160-ft range.
Some essential information about the CoDrone product is that it supports Blockly and Python coding and aligns with national education standards. There are sensors with this drone: the accelerometer, which measures the drone’s acceleration; barometer, which gauges the altitude for stable flight; optical flow, which enhances position hold and navigation; and color, which detects colors for interactive programming. In addition, the different sensor features included are the gyroscope to maintain orientation and balance, the bottom range that measures distances from the ground, and the front range, which detects flight path obstacles.
Over 4,000 schools for educational impact trust this product, providing STEM education boost for students worldwide. With affordable pricing, the individual kit costs $214.99. School pricing packages include:
- Small Classroom (10 drones): $2,999.99
- Mid-size Classroom, Small (20 drones): $5,999.99
- Mid-size Classroom, Large (30 drones): $8,999.99
- Large Classroom (50 drones): $13,999.99
According to Omar Shepherd, a Computer Using Educators (CUE) Board Member, testifies, “CoDrone EDU is an exciting tool that engages students from the first flight. The beauty is in the rich learning opportunities. The CoDrone has been a powerful resource that gives students a glimpse of their future. For more information on Robolink, please visit https://www.robolink.com/ or follow their Instagram. To view the details of CoDrone products, visit https://www.robolink.com/products/codrone-edu. Discover all Robolink offerings by clicking here.
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