Kristin Archer, Author at Ozobot

National Science Appreciation Day: 6 Hands-On STEM Lessons for Your Classroom

By Kristin Archer / Lessons / March 24, 2026 March 24, 2026

National Science Appreciation Day (March 26) is a growing observance dedicated to celebrating how science improves our everyday lives and shapes the future. And for educators, it’s an opportunity to bring science to life through hands-on, curiosity-driven learning in the classroom and beyond. At its core, science education isn’t about memorization. It’s about: Asking better …

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Update Ozobot Ari: Enable Bluetooth, No WiFi Required

How to Update Ozobot Ari: Step-by-Step Guide to Enable Bluetooth (BLE) Connection — No WiFi Required

By Kristin Archer / Ari / March 9, 2026 March 19, 2026

Many schools face strict WiFi restrictions that can make connecting classroom technology difficult. With the latest Ozobot Ari update, educators can now connect Ari directly to the Editor using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), eliminating the need for WiFi. This step-by-step guide will walk you through how to update your Ozobot Ari robot so you can …

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Screen-Free Coding for Kids: How Ozobot Makes Programming Accessible for Early Learners

By Kristin Archer / STEAM / March 6, 2026 March 19, 2026

Coding can often be associated with screens, apps, and complex software. But for many young learners, the best introduction to computational thinking starts away from a screen. Screen-free coding with Ozobot allows kids to explore programming concepts using physical instruments, like markers and paper, and hands-on experimentation. This approach is especially powerful for early elementary …

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Ozobot Grant Report: grants for STEAM classroom funding

Ozobot Grant Report: March 2026 Edition

By Kristin Archer / Grants and Funding / March 2, 2026 March 5, 2026

As the school year enters its final stretch, many districts are looking to deploy remaining budgets while planning summer enrichment programs and STEM camps. March is a key moment to secure funding for STEM, computer science, and robotics programs that support both end-of-year learning and upcoming summer initiatives. This edition of the Ozobot Grant Report …

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Ozobot Grant Report: February 2026 Edition

By Kristin Archer / Grants and Funding / February 4, 2026 February 26, 2026

As spring planning accelerates and districts prepare budgets for the 2026–27 school year, February is a strategic month to secure funding for STEM, computer science, and CTE initiatives. This edition of the Ozobot Grant Report highlights current and upcoming K–12 grant opportunities that can help bring hands-on robotics, coding, and AI learning into classrooms nationwide. …

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BETT UK 2026: Ozobot connects with educators worldwide

Ozobot at BETT UK 2026: Connecting with Educators Worldwide and Exploring AI in the Classroom

By Kristin Archer / Events / January 29, 2026 February 4, 2026

BETT UK 2026 was an exciting and energizing week for the Ozobot team. As one of the world’s leading education technology events, BETT brings together educators, innovators, and students from across the globe. This year reminded us just how powerful it is to connect in person with the people using Ozobot every day in their …

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Ozobot Grant Report: January 2026 Edition

By Kristin Archer / Grants and Funding / January 5, 2026 February 24, 2026

As districts begin the new calendar year and refine budgets for the 2026–27 school year, January is a critical time to identify and pursue education grants that support STEM, computer science, and CTE expansion. This edition of the Ozobot Grant Report highlights active and upcoming K–12 funding opportunities designed to help educators bring hands-on robotics, …

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Ozobot distribution partnership brings coding to South Korea

Ozobot Announces Strategic Distribution Partnership with Really AI in South Korea

By Kristin Archer / Ozobot / January 5, 2026 January 21, 2026

Ozobot is proud to announce a new distribution partnership with Really AI, a leading educational technology organization based in South Korea. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter in Ozobot’s presence in the region, building on our existing footprint while expanding our ability to support South Korean educators and students with high-quality, future-ready STEAM learning …

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Teaching AI Literacy in the Classroom: Meet Ozobot’s Foundations of AI Curriculum

By Kristin Archer / AI / December 29, 2025 January 21, 2026

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it’s already shaping how students learn, create, and interact with the world. For educators, the challenge isn’t whether to teach AI, but how to teach it in a way that is age-appropriate, ethical, and grounded in real understanding. That’s exactly where Ozobot’s Foundations of AI curriculum comes in. …

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Ozobot Shortlisted for 2025 BETT Award for AI Lessons

Ozobot Shortlisted for 2026 BETT Award for AI Lesson Module

By Kristin Archer / AI / December 5, 2025 January 9, 2026

We’re thrilled to share that Ozobot has been shortlisted for a 2026 BETT Award in the Free Digital Content, App or Open Educational Resource category—an incredible honor that recognizes innovation and impact in education technology. Our nomination highlights the Ozobot AI Lesson Module, a collection of 11 free AI lessons built for learners ages 8–18 …

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Kristin Archer

National Science Appreciation Day: 6 Hands-On STEM Lessons for Your Classroom

How to Update Ozobot Ari: Step-by-Step Guide to Enable Bluetooth (BLE) Connection — No WiFi Required

Screen-Free Coding for Kids: How Ozobot Makes Programming Accessible for Early Learners

Ozobot Grant Report: March 2026 Edition

Ozobot Grant Report: February 2026 Edition

Ozobot at BETT UK 2026: Connecting with Educators Worldwide and Exploring AI in the Classroom

Ozobot Grant Report: January 2026 Edition

Ozobot Announces Strategic Distribution Partnership with Really AI in South Korea

Teaching AI Literacy in the Classroom: Meet Ozobot’s Foundations of AI Curriculum

Ozobot Shortlisted for 2026 BETT Award for AI Lesson Module

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