Recently, I was introduced to Sphero 2.0 by chance, while partaking in some professional development with colleagues at a neighboring school in my district. During our visit, we were fortunate to be able to meet and speak with a well-known University of Alabama computer science professor, who happened to take his Sphero from its bag and demonstrate some of its capabilities. I stood in awe and amazement of the technology. After briefly discussing the educational benefits and possibilities, I was determined to own one. A little less than a week ago, I visited Brookstone and purchased the Sphero 2.0 for slightly over $100. After a week of experimentation and testing, I can say without hesitation, this was a great purchase. I am certainly convinced that the Sphero 2.0 has tremendous educational value, especially when it comes to teaching basic robotics and/or programming. Sphero 2.0 is the second Sphero model and evidently includes numerous enhancements from the original model. The smartphone-controlled robotic ball can be used with a numerous and growing selection of Apps downloaded from the App store on your phone and/or tablet/iPad. Sphero is programmable and can be used to teach coding or used for augmented reality (AR) and mixed-reality games, among other things. As I learn more, further updates will be provided. Sphero also currently offers a discounted package purchase to educators. To purchase your Sphero or to learn more, visit: http://www.gosphero.com/
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