Programming Game Pad Launched in Emmendingen
In the heart of Germany, the district of Emmendingen has introduced an innovative learning tool designed to help children learn about coding and local knowledge in a fun and engaging way. The tool, known as the Coding Mat, has been developed by the Kreismedienzentrum Emmendingen and the Landratsamt Emmendingen.
The Coding Mat is a tactile learning resource that combines playful learning, logical thinking, creativity, and local knowledge. It features familiar buildings, landscapes, carnival figures, traditional costume wearers, and sports groups depicted in a manner that is easily recognisable to children. This integration of local elements aims to make learning about the district's locations, traditions, and attractions more engaging and relevant.
To interact with the Coding Mat, children can use small, bee-like Blue-Bot robots. These robots allow children to input commands on the mat, helping them take their first steps in programming. The commands can range from programming the route from Emmendingen to Endingen, for example.
To enhance the learning experience, an audio guide is planned for the Coding Mat. This guide will provide additional educational content, featuring narratives about the buildings, landscapes, carnival figures, traditional costume wearers, and sports groups depicted on the mat. The audio guide is likely to be available in multiple languages to cater to a broader audience.
While the exact cost of the audio guide has not been officially announced, it is expected to be a paid add-on for those who purchase the Coding Mat. However, the Coding Mat itself is sold for 55 euros or can be loaned out for free with robots.
The audio guide is intended to provide child-friendly information about the locations of the Emmendingen district. It is being developed with the help of the Landratsamt Emmendingen and is expected to include information about the district's traditions, attractions, and landmarks.
For those seeking more detailed information about the Coding Mat, it may be useful to consult local educational institutions in Emmendingen, such as schools or universities, or explore regional educational project websites or news updates from the Freiburg or Emmendingen areas.
The Coding Mat, illustrated by Steph Burlefinger, depicts the district of Emmendingen with rivers, roads, and 24 municipalities. This educational tool is set to be a valuable resource for children in Emmendingen, helping them learn about their district in a fun and interactive way.
- The Coding Mat, a tactile learning resource from Emmendingen, Germany, encompasses elements of home-and-garden, technology, and education-and-self-development by combining local knowledge with programming for children.
- This innovative tool features familiar buildings, landscapes, and cultural elements, such as traditional costume wearers and sports groups, which are designed to hook children's interest in learning about their district.
- To further enrich the learning process, the Coding Mat includes small, bee-like gadgets, known as Blue-Bot robots, and an optional audio guide, which will offer additional insights into the district's history, culture, and attractions.
