Recent Robots in STEAM Education

Kalaitzidou, Magdalini; Pachidis, Theodore

doi:10.3390/educsci13030272

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“…The implementation of didactic guides and the incorporation of the respective material resources and/or tools used in the educational robotics classroom lead to the creation of new learning environments that stimulate and inspire students to explore and experiment with educational technology, learning from it and through it [34].…”

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Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills for Sustainability in the Educational Robotics Classroom

Llanos-Ruiz,

Ausin-Villaverde,

Abella-Garcia

2024

Sustainability

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Education is an indispensable tool for improving social sustainability. In the school context, a wide variety of methodologies are being considered to achieve this goal by promoting cultural and experiential sustainability through educational and technological innovation. Educational robotics is an educational–formative context that makes it possible to develop new learning environments, enhance sustainable curriculum development, and promote active student participation. The general objective of this research is to analyze the perceptions of teachers of technology, robotics, and/or programming and to study the social benefits of interpersonal, intrapersonal, and/or academic skills of students to improve curricular sustainability during the teaching–learning process from the perspective of robotics and programming in students in early childhood education, primary education, compulsory secondary education, and other educational levels in formal and non-formal education. The study sample included 115 teachers of technology, programming, and/or robotics (50.4% male, 49.6% female). The research was carried out using a quantitative, retrospective, and cohort methodology through a cross-sectional, non-experimental, and non-longitudinal study over time. A questionnaire specifically designed to collect data from the participating teachers was used. According to the results obtained, educational robotics is a multidisciplinary learning tool that enhances the development of skills such as personal autonomy, collaborative work, and emotional management, motivates the acquisition of knowledge based on practice, promotes curricular sustainability, and creates a new learning context where the teacher is the formative guide of the students and the students are engaged in their own learning.

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Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills for Sustainability in the Educational Robotics Classroom

Llanos-Ruiz,

Ausin-Villaverde,

Abella-Garcia

2024

Sustainability

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“…Many of these robots are specifically designed to facilitate STEM education, thereby fostering tangible and constructive thinking among learners. In higher education, educational robots are utilized in various courses, providing learners with hands-on experiences [10], [11]. For instance, educational robots have been used for teaching Artificial Intelligence [12], data acquisition [13], or even for supporting robotics courses [14].…”

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Development of an Educational Robot for Exploring the Internet of Things

Mamatnabiyev,

Chronis,

Varlamis

et al. 2024

IJACSA

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Educational robots, when integrated into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education across a range of age groups, serve to enhance learning experiences by facilitating hands-on activities. These robots are particularly instrumental in the realm of Internet of Things (IoT) education, guiding learners from basic to advanced applications. This paper introduces the IoTXplorBot, an open-source and opendesign educational robot, developed to foster the learning of IoT concepts in a cost-effective manner. The robot is equipped with a variety of low-cost sensors and actuators and features an interchangeable microcontroller that is compatible with other development boards from the Arduino Nano family. This compatibility allows for diverse programming languages and varied purposes. The robot's printed circuit board is designed to be userfriendly, even for those with no engineering skills. The proposed board includes additional pins and a breadboard on the robot's chassis, enabling the extension of the robot with other hardware components. The use of the Arduino board allows learners to leverage all capabilities from Arduino, such as the Arduino IoT cloud, dashboard, online compiler, and project hub. These resources aid in the development of new projects and in finding solutions to encountered problems. The paper concludes with a discussion on the future development of this robot, underscoring its potential for ongoing adaptation and improvement.

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“…As social robots in educational research experience diversification and growth, there is a noticeable emergence of review studies delving into various aspects and focal points within the field. Reviews on the potential of social robots in special needs education (Sannicandro et al (2022); Lorenzo et al (2021)), STEM fields (Papadopoulos et al (2020); Kalaitzidou and Pachidis (2023); Bonaiuti et al (2022)), language learning (Ao & Yu (2022)), and music education (Martinez-Roig et al ( 2023)) have become prominent.…”

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“…Robotics stands as a technological facet ingrained across diverse life domains (Kalaitzidou & Pachidis (2023)). In education, social robots denote specially designed robotic systems engaging students to enhance their learning experiences (Belpaeme et al (2018); Kubilinskiene et al (2017)).…”

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The use of social robots as teaching assistants in schools: implications for research and practice

Ružić,

Balaban

2024

Red

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In social robots, AI has been seamlessly integrated to enable them to be programmed to perform a wide range of tasks, from basic movements and interactions to more complex functions, such as assisting in education. This comprehensive review delves into the multifaceted use of social robots in primary and secondary education, addressing key aspects such as trends, theoretical foundations, application domains, and ethical considerations. Guided by four primary research questions, the study reveals notable trends, with the NAO robot emerging prominently in educational settings, particularly among primary school-age children. Application domains explored include language learning, computational thinking, social and emotional development, creativity support, musical instrument practice, and library activities, showcasing the diverse roles social robots play as teaching assistants, peers, and companions. However, ethical concerns and data privacy issues surface, posing risks such as transparency issues, dependency on robots, reduced human interaction, and potential job displacement. The study stresses the need for extensive longitudinal studies and collaborative efforts to responsibly integrate social robots into education, emphasizing the necessity for collaboration among educators, policymakers, developers, and privacy experts to establish clear guidelines prioritizing students' well-being En los robots sociales, la IA se ha integrado perfectamente para permitirles programarse para realizar una amplia gama de tareas, desde movimientos e interacciones básicos hasta funciones más complejas, como ayudar en la educación. Esta revisión integral profundiza en el uso multifacético de los robots sociales en la educación primaria y secundaria, abordando aspectos clave como tendencias, fundamentos teóricos, dominios de aplicación y consideraciones éticas. Guiado por cuatro preguntas de investigación principales, el estudio revela tendencias notables, en las que el robot NAO emerge de manera destacada en entornos educativos, particularmente entre los niños en edad de escuela primaria. Los dominios de aplicación explorados incluyen el aprendizaje de idiomas, el pensamiento computacional, el desarrollo social y emocional, el apoyo a la creatividad, la práctica de instrumentos musicales y las actividades de la biblioteca, mostrando las diversas funciones que desempeñan los robots sociales como asistentes de enseñanza, pares y acompañantes. Sin embargo, surgen preocupaciones éticas y problemas de privacidad de datos, lo que plantea riesgos como problemas de transparencia, dependencia de robots, interacción humana reducida y posible desplazamiento laboral. El estudio enfatiza la necesidad de realizar estudios longitudinales extensos y esfuerzos de colaboración para integrar responsablemente los robots sociales en la educación, enfatizando la necesidad de colaboración entre educadores, formuladores de políticas, desarrolladores y expertos en privacidad para establecer pautas claras que prioricen el bienestar de los estudiantes.

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Recent Robots in STEAM Education

Cited by 15 publications

References 65 publications

Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills for Sustainability in the Educational Robotics Classroom

Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills for Sustainability in the Educational Robotics Classroom

Development of an Educational Robot for Exploring the Internet of Things

The use of social robots as teaching assistants in schools: implications for research and practice

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