Inspire Africa Micro:bit level 1 course

Go from zero to teaching using a micro:bit in under two hours

This practical, self-paced micro-course gives you the skills and confidence to start teaching coding using the micro:bit. You will learn how to set up your device, use the MakeCode platform, and create simple, engaging projects you can take straight into your classroom.

No prior coding experience is required.

What You Will Learn

  • Set up and run your micro:bit device
  • Navigate and use the MakeCode coding platform
  • Create simple coding projects using built-in features
  • Apply practical strategies to teach and engage your learners

What You Will Get

  • A structured course designed for completion in under 2 hours
  • Step-by-step guidance with hands-on coding activities
  • A ready-to-use lesson plan and student worksheet
  • Quizzes to reinforce your understanding
  • Certificate of completion
  • Confidence to successfully introduce micro:bit in your classroom

Who This Course Is For

  • Intermediate and Senior Phase educators (Grades 4 to 9)
  • Teachers who want to start teaching coding with micro:bit
  • Educators with little or no prior coding experience
  • Schools looking for a practical, CAPS-aligned coding solution
  • Teachers who want to introduce hands-on, device-based coding in their classroom

Technology Requirements

  • Device: BBC micro:bit
  • Platform: MakeCode (free, browser-based)

Start teaching coding with confidence.
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