WHAT IS FLL (FIRST LEGO League)?
FLL is an international robotics program designed for children and young people aged 9 to 16, allowing them to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while enhancing their teamwork skills. Since 1998, this program has been held annually, introducing a new theme each year. Teams prepare a research project based on the given theme and design and program a LEGO Mindstorms robot.
Core Goals of FLL:
- Promote interest in STEM fields
- Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills
- Encourage creativity and innovation
- Enhance scientific research and presentation skills
- Inspire students and prepare them as future leaders
Teams Participating in FLL:
- Consist of 2 to 10 students
- Receive mentorship from a coach
- Conduct research related to the season's theme
- Present their research findings to judges in a prepared presentation
- Compete against other teams in tournaments
- Design and program a robot using LEGO Mindstorms
Benefits of FLL:
- Increases interest in STEM fields
- Develops teamwork and problem-solving skills
- Encourages creativity and innovation
- Enhances scientific research and presentation skills
- Builds self-confidence and problem-solving abilities
- Provides opportunities to connect and collaborate with students from different countries
FLL in Turkey:
FLL is organized in Turkey by Bilim Kahramanları Derneği. Every year, regional tournaments are held in different cities across Turkey. Teams that achieve high rankings in these tournaments qualify to participate in the World Championship held in the United States.