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{ Fred Martin Interview} Dr. Fred Martin, the creator of the programmable Lego brick, works at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His invention is used as part of a kit for constructing Lego amusement parks as a means of learning science concepts. iF interviewed Dr. Martin about his creation. Q: What age level do you feel is
appropriate for creating these Lego models and why? Q: How do you come up with new
ideas? How long did it take you to develop the programmable
brick? Q: Why do you feel that group
development of an amusement park is an appropriate or better way
for children to learn science? Q: How many schools have
you been working with? What are some of the projects that you are
most proud of that they have developed? In what ways do you work
with these educators? Q: How do you involve students at
MIT? Q: What key concepts can be
taught by developing an amusement park from Legos? Q: How do you and/or students
collaborate with professional designers and
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