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'''Age:'''<br> From 11 years. '''Learning Value:'''<br> Offers students 11 years and older an introduction to teamwork through the use of design, construction and programming of robots. '''Description:'''<br> Enables groups of 4-5 students to simulate real-life robotics and solve the assignment. Time and material constraints add to the challenge. It leads, step-by-step to a competition between teams. 715 elements incl. RCX Brick and infrared tower with cable. (PC/Mac). '''Benefits for the Teacher:'''<br> Quick and easy lesson preparation. Introduction to teamwork with easy classroom management. Highly motivated and attentive students. A difficult topic made easily accessible. '''Benefits for the Pupil:'''<br> Real-life application of teamwork. All students are assigned roles and encouraged to participate. Open-ended possibilities to explore, investigate and develop. Stimulates early design, engineering and computer skills. '''More Information:'''<br> Check out the [https://web.archive.org/web/20031005130252/http://www.lego.com/education/mindstorms/ LEGO Mindstorms for Schools Site]<br> Read about our [https://web.archive.org/web/20031005130252/http://www.lego.com/dacta/philosophy/learningphilosophy.asp learning philosophy]