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 **What type of robot will be used?**
-We will use the older version of the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education packs. We have access to several loaner NXT 2.0 robots. The NXT Base Set and Software Pack #5003404 is currently $395.95 on https://shop.education.lego.com. The kit contains 431 elements including the NXT Brick, sensors, charger, cables, and build instructions. Since we are using the older version, there are several second hand sets for sale as current owners upgrade to the EV3 Core Sets which currently run $433.95. These kits are used for educational purposes in many environments such as www.usfirst.org, www.tsaweb.org and many others. Contact Heath Arwood (harwood@wcs.k12.va.us) if you need robot repairs. He can fix almost any NXT brick. http://www.bricklink.com is a great resource for spare parts.
+We will use the older version of the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education packs. We have access to several loaner NXT 2.0 robots. The NXT Base Set and Software Pack #5003404 is currently $395.95 on **https://shop.education.lego.com**. The kit contains 431 elements including the NXT Brick, sensors, charger, cables, and build instructions. Since we are using the older version, there are several second hand sets for sale as current owners upgrade to the EV3 Core Sets which currently run $433.95. These kits are used for educational purposes in many environments such as **www.usfirst.org**, **www.tsaweb.org** and many others. **http://www.bricklink.com** is a great resource for spare parts.
 **What software does the robot need?**
-The robot uses the NXT Mindstorm Software available FREE to download at [[http://service.lego.com/en-us/helptopics/products/themes/mindstorms/mindstorms-nxt/nxt-software-download]]
+The robot uses the NXT Mindstorm Software available FREE to download at **http://www.lego.com/en-us/mindstorms/downloads**
 **What obstacle course will we use?**
-The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center has generously donated six of the 2014 Field Kits for our schools to use. Abingdon Elementary School also has a field kit from their participation in 2014, so we will all have the same playing field. To learn more about the World Class Challenge of 2014 visit [[http://www.firstlegoleague.org/challenge/fll-world-class-resources]]
+The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center has generously donated six of the 2014 Field Kits for our schools to use. Abingdon Elementary School also has a field kit from their participation in 2014, so we will all have the same playing field. To learn more about the World Class Challenge of 2014 visit **http://www.firstlegoleague.org/challenge/fll-world-class-resources**
 **How can I learn more?**
-The internet is FULL of information. Do a search on Lego Mindstorm, First Lego League (FLL), robotics, animatronics just to name a few. There are several promotional videos for FLL on YouTube. Teachers also have unlimited information. I suggest starting here - [[http://www.nxtteacher.com]]
+The internet is FULL of information. Do a search on Lego Mindstorm, First Lego League (FLL), robotics, animatronics just to name a few. There are several promotional videos for FLL on YouTube. Teachers also have unlimited information. I suggest starting here - **http://www.nxtteacher.com**
 **How can I get involved as an adult?**
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 **How do we start an FLL team?**
-Deborah Hensley is the Business Manager at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center and can provide you more information on funding, sponsorships, and organizing a FLL team. Her email is: DHensley@swcenter.edu. FLL has changed the process for registering teams in their system.  Each team has to have two coaches when the team is registered.  Each coach has to have a background check done. The process is very simple for the background investigation. SWVaHEdCtr is no longer able to do the registration for the teams.  Here is a link that has more information regarding registration.  [[https://my.usfirst.org/fll/tims/site.lasso]] The teams can just be a group of friends that want to get started. They do not need to be associated with any school or particular organization.
+Deborah Hensley is the Business Manager at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center and can provide you more information on funding, sponsorships, and organizing a FLL team. Her email is: DHensley@swcenter.edu. FLL has changed the process for registering teams in their system.  Each team has to have two coaches when the team is registered.  Each coach has to have a background check done. The process is very simple for the background investigation. SWVaHEdCtr is no longer able to do the registration for the teams.  Here is a link that has more information regarding registration.  **https://my.usfirst.org/fll/tims/site.lasso** The teams can just be a group of friends that want to get started. They do not need to be associated with any school or particular organization.
+**How does computer programming help with college?**
+Learning the basics of programming can launch your student into a world of Technology. Regardless of their economic state, there are several opportunities to further their education. The Washington County Community Scholars program offers 2 free years to VHCC for a qualifying high school student that has participated in the program 9-12 grades. Ask your guidance department for details. Also, this online university offers a degree in Computer Science for any qualified adult. http://uopeople.edu/groups/coureses/computer_science. Although UoPeople is tuition-free, it is not completely free. All they ask from their students is to pay an application processing fee of $50 and Exam Processing Fees, which are $100 per exam. For students who are unable to pay this amount, UoPeople has a variety of scholarship programs designed to meet the unique needs of the students.
 **What can we do from home?**
-There are several resources online to introduce your student to computer commands and robotics. One place to start is to go through the Hour Of Code from the **code.org** website.
+There are several resources online to introduce your student to computer commands and robotics. One place to start is to go through the Hour Of Code from the **https://code.org** website.
-Also explore **www.codecademy.com** and **www.khanacademy.org**
+Also explore **www.codecademy.com**, **www.alice.org**, **www.khanacademy.org**, and **https://twit.tv/shows?shows_active=1**. Learn Swift and create your own App **https://teamtreehouse.com/learn-swift**. You can find lots of programming ideas here - **http://www.nxtprograms.com/1-button_remote/index.html**.
 Give them a try!
-**Keep the questions coming. I like ironing out the details. - Lisa (276-739-3065 or lokes@wcs.k12.va.us)**
+**Keep the questions coming. I enjoy ironing out the details. - Lisa (276-739-3065 or lokes@wcs.k12.va.us)**

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