WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education

WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education

The LEGO® Education WeDo 2.0 App allows students to explore great science projects.

What is WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education?
WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education is a Chrome extension designed to ignite a passion for STEM in elementary students. Using LEGO bricks and a user-friendly classroom app, the program offers an unmatched hands-on educational experience. With over 40 hours of lesson plans built on Next Generation Science Standards, the solution not only teaches programming but also strengthens students understanding of the eight science and engineering practices. It encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaborative skills while offering a deep dive into physical sciences, life sciences, earth and spaces sciences, and technology application.
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Users: N/A
Rating: 3.17 (36)
Version: 1.9.584 (Last updated: 2021-01-20)
Creation date: 2020-05-01
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webview
  • audioCapture
  • videoCapture
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • syncFileSystem
  • https://*.lego.com/*
  • https://lego.com/*
  • {"fileSystem":["write","retainEntries","directory"]}
  • identity
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Size: 76.20M
URLs: Website
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Only compatible with Chromebooks!

WeDo 2.0 makes coding a reality for elementary students. Using LEGO® bricks, easy-to-use software and engaging STEM projects, teachers have all they need to teach their students simple programming skills.

This unique combination of building with LEGO® bricks, and then using an easy-to-use classroom app to make WeDo 2.0 come to life through engaging lesson plans for science, technology, engineering and math classes, provides you with everything you need to teach programming in your classroom.

QUOTES “WeDo 2.0 offers projects that let students discover the surface of Mars with a model rover, or explore the Amazon rainforest through frog metamorphosis.” - JEFFREY MARLOW, Geobiologist at Harvard University and founder of The Mars Academy Education and Development Program

“There’s a reason LEGO is the most popular toy on earth. Not only does it inspire and foster kids’ imaginations, it can also be used as a valuable teaching tool, as the company’s new WeDo 2.0 robotics and coding kits demonstrate.” – GIZMODO

“LEGO® Education solutions are really instrumental for engaging students and making them college- and career-ready, which is our ultimate goal.” - FREDERICK TUDDA, Principal, P.S. 188, New York

AWARDS Best Maker-Friendly Technology: LEGO® Education WeDo 2.0

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Pros
  • Fast download time
  • Works well on multiple devices
  • Useful in teaching robotics
Cons
  • Inconsistent performance
  • App often fails to open
  • Poor interface
  • Lack of conditional operators in programming language
  • Not supporting Japanese translation
Most mentioned
  • Loading issues
  • Failure to open
  • Use in education
Recent reviews
Title: "A Disappointing Experience with WeDo 2.0 LEGO Education" I recently purchased the WeDo 2.0 LEGO Education set, and I must say it has been a thoroughly disappointing experience. From the outset, the promises of an engaging and educational product fell flat, leaving me with regret and frustration. First and foremost, the software that comes with WeDo 2.0 is clunky and unintuitive. Navigating through the interface feels like a chore, and the limited functionality makes it difficult to create meaningful and enjoyable projects. The lack of user-friendly features severely hampers the supposed educational benefits of the set. The assembly process, which should be an enjoyable and educational aspect of any LEGO product, turned into a nightmare with WeDo 2.0. The instructions provided were unclear, and some crucial steps were missing. As a result, my child and I spent more time deciphering the manual than actually building and learning. Moreover, the connectivity issues with the Bluetooth interface were a constant source of frustration. We often found ourselves unable to establish a stable connection between the devices, rendering the entire set useless. It's incredibly disheartening to invest time and money into a product that consistently fails to deliver on its basic promises. The educational value of WeDo 2.0 is also questionable. While LEGO Education touts the set as a tool for teaching STEM concepts, the limited range of projects and the lack of depth in the learning materials make it fall short of providing a comprehensive educational experience. There are far better alternatives on the market that offer a more enriching learning environment for children interested in science and technology. In conclusion, I would strongly advise against purchasing the WeDo 2.0 LEGO Education set. The frustrating software, unclear instructions, connectivity issues, and lack of educational depth make this product a regrettable investment. Save yourself the disappointment and explore other options that truly deliver on their promises.
by Google Moderator Google Moderator, 2024-01-30

NO abre!!!

it is bad and no star
by Michael G Michael G, 2021-08-22
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Risk impact

WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education is very risky to use and it requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Avoid installing this extension unless you absolutely trust this publisher.

Risk likelihood

WeDo 2.0 LEGO® Education has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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