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Robotics for Computer Scientists: What's the Big Idea?
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Touretzky, David S. – Computer Science Education, 2013
Modern robots, like today's smartphones, are complex devices with intricate software systems. Introductory robot programming courses must evolve to reflect this reality, by teaching students to make use of the sophisticated tools their robots provide rather than reimplementing basic algorithms. This paper focuses on teaching with Tekkotsu, an open…
Descriptors: Robotics, Computer Science Education, Programming, Science Curriculum
Algorithmic Bricks: A Tangible Robot Programming Tool for Elementary School Students
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Kwon, D.-Y.; Kim, H.-S.; Shim, J.-K.; Lee, W.-G. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2012
Tangible programming tools enable children to easily learn the programming process, previously considered to be difficult for them. While various tangible programming tools have been developed, there is still a lack of available tools to help students experience the general programming process. This study therefore developed a tool called…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Programming Languages, Computer Interfaces, Robotics
Mechatronic System Design Course for Undergraduate Programmes
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Saleem, A.; Tutunji, T.; Al-Sharif, L. – European Journal of Engineering Education, 2011
Technology advancement and human needs have led to integration among many engineering disciplines. Mechatronics engineering is an integrated discipline that focuses on the design and analysis of complete engineering systems. These systems include mechanical, electrical, computer and control subsystems. In this paper, the importance of teaching…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Engineering, Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students
Using Haptic and Auditory Interaction Tools to Engage Students with Visual Impairments in Robot Programming Activities
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Howard, A. M.; Park, Chung Hyuk; Remy, S. – IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, 2012
The robotics field represents the integration of multiple facets of computer science and engineering. Robotics-based activities have been shown to encourage K-12 students to consider careers in computing and have even been adopted as part of core computer-science curriculum at a number of universities. Unfortunately, for students with visual…
Descriptors: Robotics, Computer Interfaces, Federal Aid, Pilot Projects
Introduction for Freshmen to Embedded Systems Using LEGO Mindstorms
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Kim, Seung Han; Jeon, Jae Wook – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2009
The purpose of the course presented here is to introduce freshmen to embedded systems using LEGO Mindstorms, under an ANSI-C programming environment. The students build their own LEGO robots, make programs for them using ANSI-C, and operate them. By creating these LEGO robots, the students become more motivated, learning the basic concepts of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Instructional Effectiveness, Learning Strategies, Teaching Methods
E-Learning
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Buzzi, Marina, Ed. – InTech, 2010
E-Learning is a vast and complex research topic that poses many challenges in every aspect: educational and pedagogical strategies and techniques and the tools for achieving them; usability, accessibility and user interface design; knowledge sharing and collaborative environments; technologies, architectures, and protocols; user activity…
Descriptors: Cartoons, Foreign Countries, Electronic Learning, Distance Education