Welcome to Capital Region ESD 113's exciting new Robot Lending Library! Our mission is to empower teachers with engaging tools and devices that enhance Computer Science education across all content areas and grade levels.

To become eligible to borrow the robots, we require educators or school employees to complete a 2-hour on-demand training hosted on Canvas. Learn more from our Policy and FAQ document. 

Learn about the rationale behind integrating classroom robots and their educational benefits. See how robots enhance learning experiences and prepare students for future technological landscapes. Learn what the robot can do and how you can seamlessly integrate it in the classroom. Access teacher guides, lesson plans, and student activities. 

In the training, you will understand the reasons for introducing robots in classrooms and their educational value. You'll explore how robots enhance student learning and prepare them for a technology-driven future. The training includes comprehensive resources including teacher guides, ready-to-use lesson plans, and engaging student activities, ensuring you're well-prepared to bring robotics into your classroom.

Meet the Robots: 

Bee-Bot: A colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly robot designed specifically for use by learners in early elementary

indi: An approachable entry-level learning robot that can be programmed without a screen

Edison: A robust educational robot designed to be a complete STEM teaching resource for coding and robotics education

The Complete ESD 113 Robot Lending Process: 

• 1. Complete the sign out form: https://forms.gle/KUJ7e8AsMMyiTCQS9
• 2. Complete the online training: [You are here]
• 3. Receive email correspondence to arrange pickup or delivery of your kits
• 4. Enjoy an 8-week loan period
• 5. Return the kits via prearranged pickup or drop off