VEX VR CODING CHALLENGE

CHALLENGE OVERVIEW

Work as a team to demonstrate your programming skills by successfully completing VEXcode VR Computer Science activities from Levels 1-5.

LEARNING RESOURCES

• VEX Education STEM Labs Activities

• VEX Code IQ Platform

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Submit two video recordings:

1. Process Video (1 minute): Capture the beginning of your coding process (identify the challenge and team members) and a brief segment showing your work in progress

2. Results Video (1 minute): Demonstrate your final code successfully running and completing the challenge

Screen Recording Tools for Students

Here are some reliable screen recording tools your Grade 8 students could use for their VEX Robotics Coding Challenge:

Free Options

• OBS Studio - Powerful, open-source software for Windows, Mac and Linux

• Xbox Game Bar - Built into Windows 10/11 (Windows key + G)

• Screen Recording in QuickTime Player - Built into Mac (no additional installation needed)

• Loom - Simple web-based recorder with basic editing features

• Screencastify - Chrome extension with 5-minute free recordings

• ShareX - Feature-rich open-source tool for Windows

• Captura - Simple open-source screen recorder for Windows

Built-in Options

• Windows: Xbox Game Bar - Press Windows key + G to access

• Mac: QuickTime Player - Open QuickTime and select File > New Screen Recording

• Chromebook: Screen Capture Tool - Press Ctrl + Shift + Show windows (⏏)

• iPad/iPhone: Screen Recording - Enable in Control Center

Tips for Students

• Test their chosen recording tool before starting the actual challenge

• Keep recordings under 1 minute as specified in the challenge

• Make sure to capture audio if they plan to explain what they're doing

• Consider recording at a lower resolution if file size is a concern

• Remember to identify themselves and the challenge at the beginning of the process video

CHALLENGE PROGRESSION & SCORING

Your team should work through the levels sequentially:

• Level 1 (5 points): Complete one Level 1 challenge (e.g., Color by Number or Distance Drive)

• Level 2 (10 points): Complete one Level 2 challenge

• Level 3 (15 points): Complete one Level 3 challenge

• Level 4 (20 points): Complete one Level 4 challenge

• Level 5 (25 points): Complete one Level 5 challenge

Bonus: Each additional challenge completed beyond the requirements earns 5 extra points!

SCORING SUMMARY

VEX CODE points for the challenge

SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Completed code functions as intended

• Videos clearly demonstrate both the development process and final results

• Team collaboration is evident throughout the challenge

MYP Design student coding