Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 1, 2019

There are a lot of options if you want to bring programmable robots to your classroom. It is a build-a-robot kit designed to introduce children ages six and up to coding and robotics as well as the fun of problem-solving and creative thinking. If I were to rate myself with robotics, I might be closer to a 5 than a 10.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Last week brought one of those surprising new gadget announcements from a tech giant, with Amazon unveiling a home robot it calls Astro, a rolling contraption about the size of a small dog with a screen for a head and a cup holder so it can bring its owner a drink. He’s the author of the book, “Should Robots Replace Teachers?”

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

12:52 Examples of positive uses of applications of AI in our world today and concerns as it relates to children in schools. Children and robots (concerns of misrepresentation of a robot). At the end of the session, against Robovie’s objections, the robot was put into a closet. The responses of the children?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Human robot. Human Robot. Programming a human robot is an unplugged approach to coding that is also a great way to teach sequencing–a critical skill for coding. Ask a student (or several) to explain required steps using another teacher as the ‘robot’. For example, use the stages in an animal’s lifecycle.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Human robot. For example: IF they post a photo on Instagram THEN share it on Twitter. For example, if the student forgets how to solve a math problem, the QR code will take them to help. Here are some of my favorite unplugged activities: Human Robot. Coding with pixel art. Human algorithm. Wolfram Alpha widgets.

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EdNews Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

One of these new developments is the increased use of robots in everyday life––from vending machines to your automatic vacuum cleaner, all the way through to artificial intelligence and heavy machinery. But the field of robotics has more benefits for children than just teaching them about robots. .

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2018

Thomas School near Seattle hopes to encourage students to develop a passion for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by starting them young and engaging them with cool, new learning spaces featuring robots and 3D virtual reality computers. Robots and Virtual Reality Provide Hands-On Experience.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2024

For example, they could create a mobile app to promote women’s safety, sending an alert to close and trusted contacts upon violent shaking of the phone whenever a woman senses a hazard. For example, a student interested in marine biology could design and 3D print a model of a coral reef ecosystem.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2017

We have 3d printing, robot making, and all kinds of building going on. These Wonder Workshop robots make it easy to learn to code in my STEM lab. I said, “Here are two robots, Dash and Dot, there are apps on the store you can use and there are a lot of attachments and cool things, go for it. Show me what you can do.”.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2022

Here are examples. Here’s an example. Here are examples. An example might be: “Instruction is self-paced where possible, differentiated and responsive to student needs always. Also mention the add-ons you can use such as robotics, Arduino, or 3D printing. . PorfolioGen. Unique aspects of you.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2022

My Robotic Friends is a one-hour introductory non-computer activity where students learn to program a human robot. The second student (called a robot) takes those directions and follows them exactly to see if they can do what is asked. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 27, 2019

Example: the biosensor tattoo that monitors glucose levels of diabetics. Augmented and Virtual Reality: “The latest things are much more than toys,” Martinez said, using Google’s Tilt Brush technology as an example of VR with very real applications. There are people all over the world who know how to solve problems.”.

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Edsurge

APRIL 20, 2020

Not every kindergartner can boast that she helped build a robot with high school students. Not every kindergartner can boast that she helped build a robot with high school students. Not every kindergartner can boast that she helped build a robot with high school students. Kate Sample: I can give you a great example.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 27, 2019

It is these examples that we can use to form the foundation as to where we eventually want to move towards. In the past, I have written extensively of how Wells Elementary in Cypress, TX has evolved into a prime example of what’s possible when teachers, building leaders, and district administrators work together to move from vision to action.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2019

The World Economic Forum predicts, for example, major disruptions in the world of work. The extent of change that we’ll see from robotics, artificial intelligence and the like is both incredible and unsettling. Some deliver hands-on experience in areas such as robotics and coding.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

When Fleming did an assessment at New Milford High School she found that robotics was only offered to the top 25 or 30 engineering students, the majority of whom were boys. Why not offer robotics in the makerspace to the entire student population ? Assess the School’s Existing STEM Programs.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2017

For example, if you have a faucet in the bathroom that has a sensor, and you put in your hands, water comes out. That’s just an example of one of the SMART objects that we have all around us. So robots have motors, they have sensors, they can move around. Each block represents a command for the robot. It’s open-ended.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

He decided to start sharing all of the ideas from his classroom, simple examples of STEM in the world around us everyday, ideas of how STEM is more than just robots and 3d printing and a buzzword used by politicians.

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eSchool News

MARCH 12, 2025

They are valuable resources for exploring several science subjects, learning financial literacy, practicing coding, and working on robotics projects. Earth science teachers, for example, can have students use their graphing calculators while they are learning about the ring of fire.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation , organizer of the world’s largest robotics competition and leader in STEM education, is doing a careful examination of gender diversity. For example, studies have shown that, when children are asked to draw a mathematician or scientist, they draw a man more than half the time.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

If you are wondering how it works in practice, here’s a good example: Duolingo is a free mobile app that helps students to learn foreign languages. Robot teachers. The idea of a robot teacher may seem like a too futuristic concept at the moment, but it’s really an ongoing project in many schools and colleges worldwide.

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eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2025

Robotics is an engaging way to kickstart student interest in technical fields and, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , STEM jobs are projected to grow three-and-half times faster than non-STEM jobs. The lessons learned in the robotics classroom, however, are applicable to any job and life in general.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2020

My Robotic Friends is a one-hour introductory non-computer activity where students learn to program a human robot. The second student (called a robot) takes those directions and follows them exactly to see if they can do what is asked. Looking for a Class Robot? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 18, 2023

For example, Heather’s team at Buffalo Trail Public Schools used robotics and coding to teach the learning outcomes. Therefore, the goal was not just to build a robot or code an activity. They were excited to learn new concepts using robotics and coding as the conduits.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Ozobot is an online tool that allows students to code robots included in their kits, which can be ordered online and offline. Ozobots are smart robots that help students learn robotics, math, and programming through using visual codes to follow lines or roam around freely. Read more: Are classroom robots the NextGen of learning?

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ET Magazine

MARCH 17, 2025

By Hunter McConnell Our students are growing into a world where they will find themselves sharing their space, work, and lives with more and more robots. Heres how it has worked since we introduced virtual robotics at our middle school. They dont need a solution from me, and I dont have to be a robotics or programming expert.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Over the past few years, there has been a huge influx of education technology resources available to schools – from tablets and robotics to online platforms and digital whiteboards. For example, it’s no good investing in iPads for the school if the broadband bandwidth and Wi-Fi connectivity aren’t up to scratch. Keep things simple.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Coding, robotics, and experimentation–integral pieces of STEM–give students the best start possible to the rest of their lives. To give you an example of the types of products offered by Ward’s Science, I evaluated two: Botley the Coding Robot. Botley the Coding Robot. Unbox Botley the Coding Robot.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Our group came from all over the state, representing different grades and subjects, and our mission was to create an online guide to help teachers break apart each standard, then provide a video tutorial or example of a lesson to address the standard, which we wrote as a team.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 7, 2025

Here are three examples: 1. Verizon Innovative Learning Schools is a good example of this approach. Another powerful example is the STEM Careers Coalition , an alliance of industries and nonprofit organizations collaborating to create equitable access to free STEM content and career connections.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The concept of self-aware and intelligent robots has been a staple within science fiction films and literature for many years, but there are some similarities between this fictional depiction and the reality of artificial intelligence. Examples of AI in Everyday Technology. Ensure the Classroom Offers Great Learning Conditions.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Human robot. Human Robot. Programming a human robot is an unplugged approach to coding that is also a great way to teach sequencing–a critical skill for coding. Ask a student (or several) to explain required steps using another teacher as the ‘robot’. For example, use the stages in an animal’s lifecycle.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Elizabeth Forward School District leaders, for example, knew it was time to innovate when local employers informed them the district had hundreds of entry-level coding jobs that needed to be filled. VPS students have access to diverse courses such as coding, Python, robotics, and electronic applications, to name a few.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

He notes that the “project” in project-based learning isn’t just a robot or computer program that students show off at the science fair; rather, projects are analogous to “units of the curriculum that teach both content and skills.”. Another example: Students at McKissack Middle School in Nashville, Tenn.,

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

For example, when a student scanned their card to get on the bus, a parent could receive a text message. The popular game Pokemon Go is an example of an augmented reality game. In the movie, moviegoers often see the world through “the terminator” robot’s vision. RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

For example, a “robot” (one student) might need to follow instructions such as take 3 steps forward, turn left, then take 2 steps forward. Human robots: In this activity, students act as “robots,” and one student gives the commands. Students can create their own stories using programming logic.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 3, 2019

Take Uber and Airbnb for example. Olive Township School District in NJ, I saw one of the best examples of innovation in practice. When I inquired as to what it was, Nicole Musarra, the principal, told me that it was a VGo robotic telepresence for a student who was unable to attend school for health reasons.

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