Why Robotics? Robotics is the premier integrator in education today. • Robotics
allows a teacher to talk about design, innovation, problem solving, and teamwork at the same time they are talking about math, science, and technology; robotics puts academic concepts in context. • People
of all ages are fascinated as a robot moves around an environment seemingly making decisions on its own. • The
skill sets students learn as they work with robotics can easily be transferred to careers and professions. • The
study of robotics allows the teacher to introduce or reinforce many applied physics concepts. • Robotics
provides excellent teaching examples of the concept of systems and subsystems. • Robotics
is a multi-billion dollar emerging industry that the US must lead if we are to maintain our standard of living.
Changing the Cultural Nature of Teaching
Students today need to prepare for their future like they are preparing for the Olympics The only problem is they won’t know what event they will compete in until they get there.
“The 4th R in Education� Reading, wRiting, aRithmetic & Robotics Mathematics Science
Programming
Physics Mechanics
Electronics
Ratios & Proportions
Sensor Feedback
Engineering
Geometry
Simple Machines
Measurement
Computer Science
Academic Concepts
“The 4th R in Education� Reading, wRiting, aRithmetic & Robotics Habits of Mind
Time Management
Resource Allocation
Teamwork
Project Management
Systems Analysis
Problem Solving
Design
Workplace Competencies
Backward Design Process Eaglesnest Robotics Curriculum
1. Identify desired results.
All students are mathematically competent, technologically literate, and able to communicate clearly.
2. Determine acceptable evidence.
Students are able to apply fundamental mathematics and science concepts to solve robotic problems as well as explain them.
3. Plan learning experiences and instruction.
Immerse students in situations where they are required to “do� math and science rather than study them.
Content Emphasis on Standardized Math Test Grades 5, 8, 11 100
90 80 70
10% 13%
Geometry
17%
Data
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Measurement
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30%
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Algebra
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Numbers
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30%
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Grade 8
Grade 11
Mathematics Deficiencies Grade 8 According to statistics presented by Frank Marburger, Pennsylvania Department of Education, Mathematics Division
They do less well in: Geometry
Measurement Proportionality
Technological concepts children integrate when they design, build, and program robots Controlling Rotation
Calculating Heading
Understanding Gear Basics Measuring Rotational Speed Understanding Sensor Basics Measuring Force/Torque
Writing a Program to Navigate a Path
Designing a Robot Chassis Measuring Distances
“Understanding is more than learning, it is learning and knowing how to apply in context.” Science for All Americans, American Association for the Advancement of Science
Math and Science Concepts Integrated When Designing An Autonomous Robot Gear Basics
Basic Electronics
Meas. Speed
Meas. Force
Applying Sensors
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Academic Concepts taught using robotics Proportionality, Conversion of Units Measurement
The Academic Concepts Children in 8th grade have historically not tested well on are Geometry, Measurement, and Proportionality
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Meas. Force
Applying Sensors
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Knowledge should emerge from problem situations so that students “have a strong conceptual basis for reconstructing their knowledge at a later time.” National Council of Teachers of Mathematics “Knowing” mathematics is “doing” mathematics.”
The Robotics Vision “All students have the 21st century skill sets that enable them to make positive contributions globally.”