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1 – 2 of 2Cathy Weng, Isaac Manyonge Matere, Chih-Hsien Hsia, Mei-Yen Wang and Apollo Weng
Advancements in technology require that everyone is skilled with computational thinking (CT), problem-solving and computer programming skills. This study aims to examine the…
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Purpose
Advancements in technology require that everyone is skilled with computational thinking (CT), problem-solving and computer programming skills. This study aims to examine the development of CT in problem-solving skills (PSS) and programming learning attitude by integrating LEGO robotics kits in a project-based learning course.
Design/methodology/approach
This study examines the development of CT in PSS and programming learning attitude by integrating LEGO robotics kits in a project-based learning course. This study consists of a single group pre-post-test research design with 32 freshmen university students. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected by pre-post-tests and recording of classroom discussions, respectively.
Findings
Therefore, this finding implies that robotics can be used to develop CT in university students; however, there is a need for designing curricula with advanced robotic kits as artificial intelligence (AI) has become more prevalent. Hence, programming knowledge learned will help students to understand the application of robots in AI.
Originality/value
The study creates educators' awareness that CT skills might be developed in freshmen university students through robotics. However, many still consider them toys rather than learning aids.
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Chih-Hsien Hsia, Chin-Feng Lai and Yu-Sheng Su
The purpose of this study, we present a robot used in education. Influenced by the epoch of revolutionary digital technology, the methodology of education has gone boundless. The…
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study, we present a robot used in education. Influenced by the epoch of revolutionary digital technology, the methodology of education has gone boundless. The robot programming sustainability and ability to solve problems is one an important skill that coding students require to learn programming. This educational have been integrated into curriculum instruction in clubs.
Design/methodology/approach
Robotics education has been regarded as a potential approach to enhance students' Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning competencies. The popular platform of robots diversifies educational practices by its advantages of reorganizational and logical forms. In this paper, we focus on the effects of applying blended instructional approaches to robot education on students' programming sustainability and ability.
Findings
The students of department of mechanical engineering at the University in Taipei city, who participate elective educational robot courses, prove through surveys that the problem-based leaning method with robot programming can effectively enhance students' interests and learning motivations in learning new knowledge and promote students' designing skills for a sustainable society.
Originality/value
In this paper, the authors focus on the effects of applying blended instructional approaches to robot education on students' programming sustainability and ability.
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