Educational Robotics

Course Overview

In an increasingly digital-first world, educators must adapt to create interactive, engaging and innovative content that resonates with today’s learners. This course is designed to equip educators with the necessary tools and skills, starting with a personalised pre-course assessment to match individual goals. Participants will explore a range of Web 2.0 tools for developing digital resources

Course Description
This comprehensive course is designed for educators who want to improve their digital skills and create effective learning experiences. Participants will receive hands-on training in the use of Web 2.0 tools to create interactive and multimedia-rich content. The course emphasises ethical practices, interactivity and accessibility to ensure inclusivity in digital education.

Through this training, participants will

– Design digital lessons, quizzes and multimedia presentations to increase student engagement.

– Create content for different learning models, including virtual classrooms and hybrid environments.

– Develop collaborative skills using digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Google Workspace.

– Gain insight into integrating ethical online practices into their teaching strategies.

Interactive lectures, group projects and hands-on activities will enable participants to design innovative educational resources that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Aim 
This course aims to empower participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate robotics into educational practices. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to create engaging lessons, design educational projects, and understand the broader implications of educational robotics.

Objectives

• To understand robotics applications in education
• To integrate robotics into curriculum design and STEM education
• To gain hands-on experience with tools like Scratch, LEGO, and Arduino
• To explore the use of sensors and their practical applications in education
• To design, implement, and evaluate robotics-based projects

Course Timetable

The course progresses from foundational robotics concepts to advanced curriculum integration and project development.

Day 1: Introduction to Educational Robotics

• Introduction to the course and pre-test
• Overview of robots, robotic systems, and their applications
• Educational robotics: Concepts and historical development
• Linking educational robots to educational programs

Day 2: Robotics and STEM Education

• Project-based learning and its connection to robotics
• Cross-curricular applications of robotics (STEM and beyond)
• Examples of robotics-based projects in education
• Introduction to coding programs: Scratch, Lego, Arduino
• Mini project: Program a robot for a STEM task

Day 3: Sensors and Practical Integration

• Sensors used in educational robotics applications
• Practical training: Connecting robots to educational programs
• Hands-on activities with coding and sensor integration

Day 4: Designing Robotics-Based Lessons

• Developing lesson plans using educational robotics
• Showcasing good practice examples
• Co-creation of robotics-based lesson plans
• Group work: Designing robotics-integrated lesson plans

Day 5: Project Presentations and Evaluation

• Participants presenting their robotics-based projects
• Peer and trainer evaluation of projects and applications
• Discussions on enhancing lesson plans and overcoming challenges

Day 6: Reflection and Future Directions

• Course evaluation and post-test
• Reflection session: Insights gained and future action plans
• Certification ceremony