Sphero Coding Vocabulary Flashcards

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Sphero

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robotic ball used for coding activities

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Block Coding

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programming using drag-and-drop code blocks

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Loop

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a set of instructions multiple times

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Variable

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for data that can change during a program

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Sensor

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that detects and responds to physical input (e.g., light, motion)

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Using a loop to make Sphero move in a square

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move and turn commands four times to create a square path

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Changing Sphero’s color with a variable

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a color value to a variable, then use it in the set color block

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Applying sensor data to avoid obstacles

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sensor input to detect obstacles and change Sphero’s direction

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Adjusting speed for different surfaces

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Sphero’s speed variable based on surface type for better movement

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If-Else Statement

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structure that runs different commands based on a condition