In today’s world, engaging students in STEM has become more important than ever. To support this need, Ozobot introduces its newest addition to the classroom — Ozobot Challenge Mats. These interactive and immersive tools are designed to make learning fun while meeting educational standards. If you’re seeking a hands-on way to enhance STEM learning, look no further than Ozobot Challenge Mats.
What are Ozobot Challenge Mats?
Ozobot Challenge Mats are specially designed tools that combine coding and problem-solving skills for upper elementary and middle school students. These mats bring coding to life with real-world scenarios that challenge students to think critically while programming their Ozobot Evo robots.
The premium mats can accommodate up to 8 students working in pairs, with as many as 4 Evo robots programmed at a time. Students use compatible devices to run Ozobot Blockly, which makes the mats an ideal way to integrate technology into the classroom.
Why Choose Ozobot Challenge Mats for the Classroom?
Ozobot Challenge Mats are a perfect fit for classrooms looking to integrate STEAM into their curriculum. With each Challenge Mat, educators can access standards-aligned lessons that align with CSTA and ISTE standards, making them a valuable resource for direct instruction or independent learning. The mats encourage students to use coding skills to solve real-world problems, fostering critical thinking and teamwork. Each mat comes with a premium 24” x 33” mat, challenge cards, and accessories, offering a complete package for coding fun.
Ozobot Challenge Mats are offered in four exciting themes, allowing educators to select the one that best fits their classroom needs. Themes include:
Challenge Mat: Mission to Mars
Ready for blast off! The Challenge Mat: Mission to Mars edition allows students to simulate a space mission to Mars, more than 232 million miles from Earth. Using Ozobot Blockly, students will program Evo to locate vital supply crates and fuel barrels to set up a base camp. They’ll need to navigate obstacles, including rocky canyons and volcanoes, making this a thrilling way to learn coding. Mission to Mars perfectly exemplifies how Challenge Mats brings STEM education to life, as students tackle each challenge with critical thinking and creativity.
Challenge Mat: Ocean Explorer
Dive deep with Challenge Mat: Ocean Explorer, where students learn the basics of Ozobot Blockly programming while exploring the ocean’s depths. The mat guides students through four ocean zones: intertidal, sunlight, twilight, and midnight. With exploration basics and deep exploration cards, students can extend their learning while mastering coding skills. The Ocean Explorer Challenge Mat is another engaging option in the Ozobot product lineup, offering students the chance to become digital oceanographers as they explore the depths of the sea.
Challenge Mat: Soccer
It’s game time with the Challenge Mat: Soccer! Sports-enthused students can combine their passion for soccer with coding as they program Evo to dribble, pass, and shoot their way to victory. This mat offers a competitive yet collaborative environment where students work together to achieve their goals. The Soccer Challenge Mat demonstrates how to make learning more exciting and dynamic, ensuring students remain engaged throughout the lesson.
Challenge Mat: Basketball
Hit the court with Challenge Mat: Basketball, where students program Evo to participate in an All-Star Basketball Showcase. This mat focuses on coding skills, including dribbling, shooting, and maneuvering around defenders. The Basketball Challenge Mat is perfect for students who enjoy sports and team-oriented STEAM activities. With Challenge Mats, educators can turn the classroom into a space where sports and STEM go hand-in-hand.
Benefits of Using Ozobot Challenge Mats in the Classroom
Ozobot Challenge Mats offer numerous benefits that make them an essential part of any STEM curriculum:
- Interactive Learning: Provides a hands-on approach to learning, ensuring that students are actively engaged in coding and problem-solving.
- Standards-Aligned Content: Includes CSTA and ISTE standards-aligned lesson plans, ensuring that STEAM activities meet educational benchmarks.
- Versatility: Ability to be used for direct instruction or independent learning, offering versatile tools that fit various teaching styles.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Allows students to work in pairs or small groups, fostering collaboration and teamwork while they tackle each challenge.
- Stimulating Themes: Brings a sense of adventure and fun to the classroom with engaging themes like Mission to Mars, Ocean Explorer, Soccer, and Basketball.
How to Get Started with Ozobot Challenge Mats
Ready to bring these exciting STEM learning tools into your classroom? Each Challenge Mat (MSRP: $99.00 USD) includes everything you need to start coding fun: a 24” x 33” premium mat, challenge cards, and accessories. To get started, you only need an Ozobot Evo robot, a compatible device, and a classroom full of curious minds. With standards-aligned lesson content available in Ozobot Classroom, you can tailor STEAM activities to your student’s needs and watch them thrive as they master coding skills with the help of these interactive mats.
Enhance STEM Learning with Ozobot Challenge Mats
Challenge Mats are a powerful solution for educators looking to make STEM education more engaging, interactive, and fun. With a variety of themes, standards-aligned lesson plans, and the ability to work with multiple students, these mats are ideal for classrooms seeking to inspire the next generation of problem solvers. By integrating Challenge Mats into your curriculum, you can create an environment where students learn by doing—preparing them for a future where technology and innovation take center stage.
Ready to take your classroom to the next level? Explore Ozobot Challenge Mats and other best-selling STEM products for the classroom today and see how they can transform STEM learning for your students.
Start your coding journey now, and give your students the tools they need to succeed in the digital world.
