Workshop COMPUTER SCIENCE & STEM

FarmBeats for Students: Hands-On Precision Agriculture with micro:bit

Fri. June 12, 2026 – CDT Oglesby, IL

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Discover how to grow an organic interest in computer science FarmBeats for Students, a program that combines an affordable micro:bit-based hardware kit with a free, curated curriculum and hands-on activities.

This program enables students to explore modern farming technology, data-driven decision-making, and real-world applications of STEM. With a flexible, web-based platform, it’s also accessible on any device, making it easy for educators to integrate into their teaching.

Join us to see how this innovative approach cultivates student engagement in agriculture and computer science – a combination packed with bushels of career and real-world application.

Organized By ROE #35 – La Salle/Marshall/Putnam with Learning Technology Center
Jun 12

Fri, –

Cost $30
PD Hours 5
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Venue: Illinois Valley Community College · 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL, 61348

Presented by

Dr. Sarah Phelps
Dr. Sarah Phelps
Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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