Tilt Sensor: This is the second sensor included in your Lego WeDo 2.0 kit.This sensor is automatically detected when it is plugged into the smart hub. The sensor will detect objects up to 15 cm away. Motion Sensor: The motion sensor is an included sensor that you can add to your Lego WeDo 2.0 build.You can order additional motors if you want to build more complicated things. This motor can operate clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise (backward). The motor included in the kit is a "medium" motor. You can program the hub to control the motor and adjust variables. A Motor: each Lego WeDo 2.0 kit comes with a motor that allows the kits to move.Be sure to order the WeDo 2.0 Power Pack Add-On which includes the battery and the charger. It is recommended if you are purchasing a WeDo 2.0 kit that you purchase the rechargeable battery back. Power Pack: The Lego WeDo 2.0 kit comes with a battery pack that requires 2 x AA batteries to operate the smart hub.The smart hub has two I/O ports to control the motor and two sensors. The smart hub connects to a computer/tablet via Bluetooth or cable and can download code to perform any operation (with the confines of the WeDo software). ![]() A Brain: the Lego WeDo 2.0 kit has a brain called a 'smart hub'. ![]() So what does that mean? For those of you who are new to education based robotics it means its a typical lego set with has a couple of new components: Designed with collaboration in mind, each Core Set supports two students, introducing them to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun and engaging way." Source: "LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 Core Set is a hands-on STEM solution that combines the LEGO brick, classroom-friendly software, engaging standards-based projects and a discovery based approach. Thanks to Spectrum Nasco Educational Supplies for supplying the Lego WeDo 2.0 for this article and video. ![]() We are going to take a look at Lego’s Wedo 2,0 and see how you could use it in your classroom, Learning commons or alternative educational space.
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