Sphero Mini Programming Concepts

The video reviews the Sphero Mini, highlighting its educational benefits for teaching coding. It covers setting up the device, using the Sphero Edu app, and controlling the Sphero Mini as a remote control car. The tutorial also demonstrates block-based coding to navigate a maze, emphasizing the ease of use for beginners and the importance of debugging. The Sphero Mini is recommended for classroom and home use due to its engaging and educational features.

What is the primary educational benefit of the Sphero Mini?

• Teaching kids about physics

• Teaching kids about coding

• Teaching kids about mathematics

• Teaching kids about history

What is the size of the Sphero Mini compared to?

• The palm of a hand

• A football

• A tennis ball

• A basketball

What is required to use the Sphero Mini effectively?

• A special remote

• The Sphero Edu app

• A computer

• A coding book

What color does the Sphero Mini turn when it connects?

• Blue

• Red

• Yellow

• Green

What can the Sphero Mini be used as, besides a coding tool?

• A video game controller

• A musical instrument

• A flying drone

• A remote control car

What is the first step in creating a block-based program for Sphero Mini?

• Connecting to Wi-Fi

• Writing a text code

• Adding a new program

• Drawing a path

What angle is used to make the Sphero Mini roll forward?

• 270 degrees

• 0 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 180 degrees

What feature helps beginners keep the Sphero Mini within range during maze activities?

• Magnetic tiles

• Wooden blocks

• Rubber bands

• Plastic barriers

What is the purpose of debugging in coding with Sphero Mini?

• To connect to the internet

• To change the Sphero's color

• To adjust the program for accuracy

• To make the Sphero faster

What does the Sphero Mini do at the end of the maze program?

• Turns blue

• Speaks 'finished'

• Plays music

• Flashes lights