======Alpha Kit======
{{:digital_literacy:technology_resources:alpha:alphakit.jpg?nolink |}} The SAM Labs Alpha Kit is extremely versatile allowing for diverse and engaging lesson plans of various difficulties and curriculum objectives to be completed with the kit.
Using a flow-based coding app combined with simple wireless hardware blocks, students have the ability to build and program their own inventions while learning the key aspects of STEAM.
| **Recommended Ages** | Year 3 to Year 7 (ages 8 to 12) |
| **Product Cost** | $200-$220 |
| **Where to Purchase** | Alpha Kits can be purchased from [[https://www.teaching.com.au/|Modern Teaching Aids]] |
As of Monday, **March 15, 2021**, SAM Studio will be shifting. You will need to register for access to all of the amazing features SAM Studio has to offer.\\
====Product Requirements====
The Alpha Kit is controlled by a laptop or tablet.
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=====Resources=====
* [[https://int.samlabs.com/blogs/lesson-plans|Alpha Kit Lesson Plans]]
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