Given the burgeoning emphasis on programming education in elementary schools globally, particularly with a focus on leveraging visual programming and development boards, this study aimed to design an Internet of Things (IoT) project tailored for preservice elementary school teachers in Taiwan. The goal was to deepen their understanding of programming teaching, with an emphasis on computational thinking concepts and proficiency with micro:bit and IoT technology. The project's aim was to engage preservice elementary school teachers in utilizing micro:bit and electronic modules to create cardboard games infused with IoT functionalities. A preliminary evaluation was carried out within a teacher education course to assess its viability. As a result, participating preservice elementary school teachers successfully collaborated to develop various IoT cardboard games. Their performance in assessments related to computational thinking concepts and development board knowledge significantly improved following the project. Moreover, participants expressed highly positive perceptions of their involvement. These findings confirm the feasibility and effectiveness of integrating such project activities into elementary teacher education programs.

Authors:
Fu-Hsing Tsai, National Chiayi University, Taiwan

About the Presenter(s)
Professor Fu-Hsing Tsai is a University Professor/Principal Lecturer at National Chiayi University in Taiwan

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