Sphero
Sphero provides programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools used in over 20,000 educational institutions across 80 countries, aiming to transform learning through coding, science, music, and the arts.
Services
Sphero provides a comprehensive range of educational tools and services aimed at enhancing learning experiences in PK-12 institutions. These include coding robots, design-and-build kits, curriculum, and engaging lessons and activities. Sphero also offers professional development opportunities for educators, such as on-site workshops, virtual trainings, and self-guided courses. Their ecosystem is tailored to support social-emotional learning (SEL) and computational thinking skills.
Products
Sphero's product lineup includes a variety of robots and engineering kits designed for educational purposes. Notable products are the BOLT, Mini, RVR+, and indi robots, as well as littleBits and Blueprint engineering kits. The indi robot is tailored for early learners, using color tiles to teach basic programming and problem-solving skills. Sphero also offers class packs for littleBits, which serve up to 30 students and come with durable storage cases and support materials.
Educational Integration
Sphero's products are utilized in over 20,000 educational institutions across 80 countries. They provide a range of resources for educators, including lesson plans, challenge cards, and integration guides for lesson planning. Sphero ensures its products align with state, US, and other national standards for education, allowing seamless integration into existing curriculums across various subjects such as computer science, engineering, and the arts.
Sphero Edu Platform
The Sphero Edu platform boasts 3.5 million users and has activated over 5 million robots. The platform encourages students to learn, create, and invent through coding, science, music, and arts. Sphero offers a public SDK for developers, enabling custom application and integration development. This robust platform supports hands-on, interactive learning experiences while fostering social-emotional learning and computational thinking.
Competitions and Challenges
Sphero hosts the Sphero Global Challenge, a STEM, robotics, and design competition aimed at students. This global event engages learners in solving real-world problems using Sphero's technology, enhancing their STEM skills in a competitive environment. The competition encourages innovation and teamwork, aligning with Sphero's mission to transform the educational experience through interactive and hands-on learning.