Abstract
The current study examines the integration of robotics as a learning tool (mindtool) in the teaching and learning process and its effectiveness in achieving specific learning objectives. Study's sample was twenty-one, 2 nd graders that attended eleven lessons, in October - November 2012. To achieve the above the educational robotics package Lego Mindstorms NXT was used. Case study methodology was employed and 3 data collection methods were used: reflective journals, classroom observations and an evaluation assignment. The students managed to easily build the robots and relatively easily program the robots. The study highlights robotics' effectiveness as a tool to develop students' knowledge and skills, and achieve specific learning objectives and its important role in developing student-centered environments.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2014 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference |
Subtitle of host publication | Engineering Education Towards Openness and Sustainability, IEEE EDUCON 2014 |
Publisher | IEEE Computer Society |
Pages | 1055-1058 |
Number of pages | 4 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781479931910 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |
Event | 2014 4th IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference: Engineering Education Towards Openness and Sustainability, IEEE EDUCON 2014 - Istanbul, Turkey Duration: 3 Apr 2014 → 5 Apr 2014 |
Other
Other | 2014 4th IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference: Engineering Education Towards Openness and Sustainability, IEEE EDUCON 2014 |
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Country/Territory | Turkey |
City | Istanbul |
Period | 3/04/14 → 5/04/14 |
Keywords
- Educational Robotics
- higher educatiuon
- Lego Mindstorms NXT