Child Proofing the Internet of Things (IoT4Kids)

The project aims to:

• Understand the potential applications of BBC micro:bit as a programmable Internet of Things (IoT) platform for children in order to anticipate a range of scenarios which may present different challenges in terms of privacy and security.
• Identify current barriers to being able to responsibly deploy micro:bit as an IoT tool for children in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the potential implications of use of this and similar tools for which design solutions are needed.
• Develop a list of recommended programming components for the micro:bit to make it acceptable for child users in order to responsibly deploy micro:bit and similar programmable IoT tools for children.
• Longer term, to inform the design of a future micro:bit demonstrator for testing and refinement in order to explore the opportunities created by involving children as active contributors to the IoT.