Instructors: Mr. Daniel Newman and Mr. Scott Geter
What is the Robot Game?
In the Robot Game, teams design, build, program, and test autonomous robots that must perform a series of tasks, or missions within a 2-1/2 minute time limit. The game and its missions often symbolize solutions to some of problems presented in the Challenge theme. The missions are performed on a standard FLL Field, under a set of rules.
What is the Project?
In the Project, teams research a real-world problem in the field of the Challenge theme, create an innovative solution, and share their findings in their community. FLL is not just about building and competing with robots. FIRST encourages well-rounded teams because any successful engineering project requires a wide variety of skills. Through the project research, teams learn more about the science behind the Challenge theme and better understand the work of professionals in that field.
Presenting this material allows the team members to showcase what they have achieved through their project, and is an opportunity to share the excitement of science and technology with others. It also offers an opportunity for team members to motivate others to act. Sharing the solution could involve presenting at a town meeting; talking with a government official; speaking in a school assembly or in front of a class; or creating a brochure or video to send to the library or public access channel. The Project is a part of the judging process for qualifying and Championship tournaments. Each team has five minutes, including setup, to present its project to a panel of judges.
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