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Mars Rover Driver Board Game

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Driving a Mars rover is a challenging task. Learners play a board game that simulates the decisions scientists and engineers make while controlling the rover. Their task involves building a command sequence to get from point A to point B while collecting the optimal amount of samples without overloading their devices.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Follow the game with a discussion about challenges students encountered while playing
Classroom Considerations
  • Consider laminating game boards for use with multiple classes
  • Review information about Mars rovers prior to playing the game
Pros
  • Includes all materials necessary to play the game
  • Offers an option for extending the lesson
Cons
  • None