Why use Robots in our Classrooms? :
Why use Robots in our Classrooms? “Hands-on … Minds-on” Robots are an engaging means to teach and inspire young minds.
Programming to succeed… students who study robotics master 21st century aptitudes that translate into workforce skill sets.
Working with robots enables science & technology learning, encourages creative decision-making, promotes teamwork, and builds confidence.
Robotics Academy :
Robotics Academy The Robotics Academy can provide professional development for teachers to include robots in their curriculum.
Teachers can take classes on-site at the CMU Robotics Academy in Pittsburgh, PA or online classes.
Mission:
Use the motivational effects of robotics to excite students about science and technology.
Vision:
All students are technologically literate, mathematically competent, and confident about their future.
Why Robotics :
Why Robotics Robotics allows a teacher to talk about design, innovation, problem solving, and teamwork at the same time they are talking about math, science, and technology; robotics puts academic concepts in context.
People of all ages are fascinated as a robot moves around an environment seemingly making decisions on its own.
The skill sets students learn as they work with robotics can easily be transferred to careers and professions.
Video Example: How students at a high school incorporate what they learned and enjoy every single moment.
Robots used as “Substitute Teachers” in Japan :
Robots used as “Substitute Teachers” in Japan Robots being used in a different way to facilitate teaching.
Technology Advantages & Disadvantages? :
Technology Advantages & Disadvantages? Technology seems to facilitate our lives, but when does it become a danger for replacing Human beings?
Can’t image having “robot teachers” in a classroom but it seems that it can be a possibility in the near future.
In contrast, robot technology provides so many fun and challenging learning activities that motivate students.
It also, facilitates teachers to teach in a different ways and exciting which students are eager to learn and stay interested.
References :
References Building Robots for Fun and Learning
Retrieved on Dec. 21, 2010 from You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFiYN8MWUh0
Robot Teacher: Japanese Kids get Technology Lesson
Retrieved on Dec. 21, 2010 from You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmvCdZJz-As
The Robotics Academy http://www.education.rec.ri.cmu.edu