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Borrowable Technology for STEM Education

This guide features technology available at Andersen Library. While these resources support STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, all Andersen Library patrons are encouraged to explore, try out, experiment, create and learn.

Cleverbot Dot/Dash

What is it?: Cleverbot Dot and Dash are robots that are interactive with your smart device and can be played with free apps. Dot can be programmed to to used in a variety of ways to play. Dash is used similarly, but is more mobile with wheels.

  • Needs to be used with one of 5 free apps available on iPhone or Android devices.

Ages: 6+

Where Can I Find it?: Locate them in the Teaching Tools collection on the second floor of Andersen Library.

Check Research@UWW for Availability

Learning Objectives or Skills: Basic robotics, develop fundemental coding, problem solving

Required Apps: Free apps can be used with Android and iOS devices.

Classroom Connections: Search lesson plans by level

Getting Started: See Getting Started Videos