Robots in Education is an accessible introduction to the use of robotics in formal learning, encompassing pedagogical and psychological theories as well as implementation in curricula. Today, a variety of communities across education are increasingly using robots as general classroom tutors, tools in STEM projects, and subjects of study. This volume explores how the unique physical and social-interactive capabilities of educational robots can generate bonds with students while freeing instructors to focus on their individualised approaches to teaching and learning.
Key Features
- Authored by a uniquely interdisciplinary team of scholars
- Covers the basics of robotics and their supporting technologies
- Explores attitudes toward and ethical implications of robots in learning
- Includes research methods relevant to extending our knowledge of the field
Additional Information
This volume explores how the unique physical and social-interactive capabilities of educational robots can generate bonds with students while freeing instructors to focus on their individualised approaches to teaching and learning.
