An Engineering Design Process
The engineering design process is instrumental in anything that is created. It serves as an outline for iterating a design until it achieves its...
An Overview of BESTedu
An overview of the BESTedu platform, how to access it and navigate the site.
BEST Engineering Mechanics
This course introduces simple machines and focuses on the mechanical principals of each type of simple machine. Learn how to achieve mechanical advantage using...
BEST National Registry for Teachers
Provides detailed training related to using the BEST National Registry as a teacher.
BEST Returnable Kit: IR Sensor
This course will provide all you need to know about the BEST IR Sensor and its use.
BEST Robot Construction
This course will give you introductory knowledge about design and construction of your robot in the BEST Robotics competition.
Critical Design Review
What is a Critical Design Review (CDR)? What exactly are requirements and how do we establish them for a product? What should be reviewed...
Design Reviews
This course discusses Engineering Design Reviews in the context of the BEST Robotics competition. It includes discussion about Preliminary Design Review and Critical Design...
Electronics Fundamentals
This course introduces students to electricity, electronic components and circuits, ohms law, printed circuit boards and schematics and soldering.
Gizmo: Getting Started
This course is for all BEST participants and gives an introduction to the Gizmo control system. It covers basic functionality of and general use...
Gizmo: Programming with Arduino
This course will show you the basics of using Arduino to program the Gizmo control system. Each lesson features a video presentation and supporting...
Gizmo: Python Programming
This course will show you the basics of using CircuitPython to program the Gizmo control system. Each lesson features a video presentation and supporting...
Mentoring a BEST Team
This course is for the Teacher and Mentor. It discusses the role and expectations of the mentor.
Photography Basics
Have you ever wanted to get better at photography? What makes a good photo? How can you improve your shots? Take a walk through...
Simulation: MathWorks Simulink Workshop
Learn the basics of using MathWorks MATLAB and Simulink software to program virtual robots and your own BEST robot. Recent Recorded Webinars &...
Teamwork and Productivity
This course provides a review of some of the basic skills that will create a successful team no matter what the project is.
Writing Essentials
This course will give you a refresher on your writing skills. Learn about what inspires us to write, the mechanics of writing and what...
On Demand Lessons
Videos & Presentations
Resources
Mentoring
- Recruiting mentors
- Guidelines for mentors
Robotics Design Tools
- BEST Kit CAD Models
- Tools Tips and Materials
- Wolfram Alpha
- CAD Software
- BEST Consumables