Roboable project: educational robotics for inclusive didactics

Roboable is a project aimed at weak users: the goal is to create a new edutainment tool that can convey therapeutic and rehabilitative contents. Moreover, the aim is to make technology accessible to create a playful and didactic tool that can also be loaded with therapeutic contents. The project draws inspiration from the expressive potential of the mask, already a well-known tool used by psychotherapy in order to bring out emotions and feelings. Once identified with the device, users have the opportunity to express their emotions; they are also motivated to maintain a high level of concentration and collaboration. Progetto Roboable: didattica inclusiva con la robotica educativaRoboable è un progetto rivolto all’utenza debole: l’obiettivo è la creazione di un nuovo strumento di intrattenimento educativo in grado di veicolare contenuti terapeutici e riabilitativi. Lo scopo è quello di rendere accessibile la tecnologia per creare uno strumento ludico e didattico che possa caricarsi anche di contenuti terapeutici. Il progetto trae ispirazione dalle potenzialità espressive della maschera, già noto strumento di cui si avvale la psicoterapia allo scopo di far emergere emozioni e sentimenti. Attraverso l’identificazione con il device, l’utente ha la possibilità di esprimere le proprie emozioni, motivato a mantenere un alto livello di concentrazione e collaborazione

Educational Robotics and the Gender Perspective

AbstractIn this paper we explore the role of stereotypes in educational choices. Data on secondary school enrollments show that girls are abandoning STEM subjects. There are many reasons for this, including social and family expectations, but also the perception that jobs and careers in technical and scientific sectors will make it hard to take care of a family. This is an important theme for the future. The number of jobs in ICT will increase, and the low quantities of women in these sectors will have a strong impact on the availability of skilled workers, as well as increasing the gender gap. What is the role of school in this context? What activities can get more girls interested in science? We focus, in particular, on how innovative approaches such as educational robotics can help girls engage with STEM subjects, as happened with the "Roberta" project, whose results will be illustrated in this work

Higher Education Course Curriculum for a Distance Learning Model Reinforced with Robotics for 3 to7 Years Old Children

The curriculum is organized in five different modules, with different focus. The first module is about Basic Concepts of Computational Thinking, presenting the foundations for the rest of the learning. The second module, on Computational Thinking with Block-Based and Text-Based Coding Environments, and the third module, on the Fundamentals of Physical Programming and CT with Robotic Activities, further expand the learning about computational thinking by providing information on the potential of preschool children for computational thinking and how this can be developed through different environments and tools. The fourth module changes the focus to planning and evaluating activities with children by presenting information on Designing Activities and Learning through Distance Education. This is the module that deals with the challenges and potential of distance education in Early Childhood Education, connecting practice with reflection and further learning for educators through self-evaluation and reflection. Finally, the fifth module, on Building Partnerships for Learning, looks at the development of digital skills for early age as a societal endeavour, supporting practitioners in identifying partners and initiatives as well as building communities that can leverage the educational offer. The whole curriculum was planned to provide knowledge and competences that support the development of a distance learning model reinforced with robotics for 3-7 years old children. But each module is a stand-alone learning opportunity based on the lesson plans, slides presentation and materials available. Interested users are also welcome to combine different modules into unique training experiences.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Lesson Plans from the Higher Education Course Curriculum for a Distance Learning Model Reinforced with Robotics for 3 to 7 Years Old Children

EARLY recognizes the importance of early childhood education and the potential of digital technologies in enhancing learning experiences. By providing teachers, parents, and children with effective strategies and resources, it aims to improve the quality of online education for young children. To ensure that all preschool children have access to a continuous learning process in different circumstances (e.g., pandemics, prolonged illness or other situations), teachers and parents benefit from being prepared for these different circumstances. The materials developed and offered in the Higher Education Course Curriculum for Distance Learning Model Reinforced with Robotics for 3-7 Years Old Children are, therefore, relevant. Besides the Curriculum itself, which can be used for structuring training or for self-learning, EARLY offers some examples of activities and lesson plans for online activities with educational value. The main target group of this curriculum is pre-service preschool educators (undergraduates in most countries), but the material is also suitable and recommended for experienced preschool educators who want to expand their competences and those who are in close contact with an early childhood learner.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Curriculum –Releasing Maths Anxiety with the Use of Robotics

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Curso – Integração de Competências de Pensamento Algorítmico na Educação Pré-Escolar

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