Information Package

Program of Primary School- Classroom Teaching

GKE461

ROBOTICS IN EDUCATION

Course Code
GKE461
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain the theoretical foundations of robotics technologies in education.
  2. Identify robotic kits and software platforms.
  3. Develop basic applications using educational robotic kits.
  4. Analyze robotics competitions used in educational contexts.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components-
Course DescriptionThis course focuses on the use of robotic tools and software platforms in education. Students learn how to integrate robotic kits into educational processes using various software tools. Topics covered include the use of robotic kits, programming languages, and the integration of sensors. Students gain skills in developing robotic applications. Additionally, they acquire theoretical knowledge about the role and impact of robotic applications in education.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction and Course Overview
2nd Week Conceptual and Theoretical Foundations of Educational Robotics
3rd Week Types of Robotic Kits and Their Components
4th Week Robotics Competitions: Purposes, Types, and Roles in Education
5th Week Programming Approaches for Robotic Applications
6th Week Interaction with Sensors and Motors
7th Week Basic Robotic Application Development I
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Basic Robotic Application Development II
10th Week Instructional Design in Robotics Education
11th Week Accessibility and Inclusion in Robotic Applications
12th Week Assessment and Evaluation in Robotics-Based Learning
13th Week Project Presentations and Final Evaluation
14th Week General Review and Course Wrap-Up
Recommended or Required ReadingAlnajjar, F., Bartneck, C., Baxter, P., Belpaeme, T., Cappuccio, M., Di Dio, C., ... ,& Reich-Stiebert, N. (2021). Robots in education: An introduction to high-tech social agents, intelligent tutors, and curricular tools.Routledge.
Chauhan, P.,& Kapila, V. (2023). STEM Education with Robotics: Lessons from Research and Practice. Taylor & Francis.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Practice
  • Project
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 25
Assignment 1 10
Practice 1 30
Total(%) 65
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 65
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 35
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 1 20 20
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 13 2 26
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 14 14
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 1 12 12
Project 1 14 14
Total Work Load120
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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