6 Tips for Students Heading to College

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6 Tips for Students Heading to College

Preparing to embark on your college career? It is a big change from high school with less structure, more freedom, and greater responsibility. You become your own business, in a sense. You are the President and CEO of your experience. It’s an amazing time for self-discovery and growth, but it can be an adjustment. Here are some tips to help … Read More

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Makeblock Robotics Components for Makers Everywhere

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Makeblock Robotics Components for Makers Everywhere

Makeblock is an open-source construction platform ready to help you make your ideas reality. Don’t be intimidated by technology. Makers of every experience level can utilize their robotic and electronic solutions. They are accessible and easy to use. Their open-source construction platform ready to help you make your ideas reality! Makeblock Robotic Kits for the Classroom There’s nothing like putting … Read More

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Robotics: Spotlight on Makeblock Ultimate 2.0

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Makeblock Ultimate 2.0 10-in-1 Robot set

As we’ve mentioned before Makeblock offers open source maker sets for the 21st century. Inspiring human creativity through technology is their mission. They are one of the best intelligent hardware companies in the world. Because Makeblock wants everyone to “think, program, create and construct” their dreams, they offer the electronic modules and mechanical parts that make this possible. Constantly innovating, they have … Read More

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Student Tips for Heading Back to School

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Student Tips for Heading Back to School

Let’s get this semester started off right! These helpful Back-to-School tips will help you prepare yourself for a great year. First of all, be ready. Complete any summer assignments. You may not feel like it, but you want to get started on the right track. Second, safety tips! It’s always a good thing to brush up on. Search safety tips … Read More

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FUZEBOX Makes Coding Accessible and Fun

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FUZEBOX Makes Coding Accessible and Fun

The FUZEBOX is on its way, thanks to team FUZE in the United Kingdom. This is the ultimate coding gadget for beginners and seasoned coders alike. It allows programmers to code fun and relevant applications on laptops, PCs, Raspberry Pi, tablets and smartphone using Windows, Android, or Mac operating systems. This really is the best solution for getting the most out … Read More

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Makeblock: Open-source Maker Sets for the 21st Century

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Makeblock: Open-source Maker Sets for the 21st Century

Often referred to as “Lego for adults”, Makeblock engages a builder’s fondness for construction sets with the application of technology. These sets are actually great for makers of all ages, because they are so easily and quickly put together. Like Lego, many Makeblock sets use a construction process that allows each piece to slot together without the need for nuts … Read More

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Accessible PCB Design for Educators and Students

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I don’t know about you, but 99% of what I know about printed circuit board (PCB) design I picked up on the job. The only time I ever really considered the idea of making my own PCB in college was during my senior project, my final year. In the end, the team and I ended up doing point to point … Read More

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The WorldSkills 2015 Mobile Robotics Competitions Starts

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WorldSkills 2015 Opening Day

Last night, WorldSkills 2015 hosted a spectacular Opening Ceremony, marking the first day of competition with a ribbon cutting from some of the event’s global partners. The WorldSkills Competition has partnered with well-established businesses around the world to showcase skilled labor and bring awareness to the opportunities presented by vocational education. The Opening Ceremony began with the Parade of Nations, … Read More

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Preparations for WorldSkills 2015 Underway

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Today is “Familiarization” Day at WorldSkills 2015 in Brazil. Competitors will be attending preparation meetings and visiting their workplaces for orientation. For the first time ever in its 65 year history, the WorldSkills competition will be held in Latin America.  There is sure to be excitement with over 1,000 competitors from 59 different countries competing. This the largest vocational education and skills competition in … Read More

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