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Robots in Education

An Introduction to High-Tech Social Agents, Intelligent Tutors, and Curricular Tools

Paul Baxter author Jürgen Handke author Christoph Bartneck author Tony Belpaeme author Friederike Eyssel author Massimiliano Cappuccio author Fady Alnajjar author Cinzia Di Dio author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:30th Jul '21

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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 individualized approaches to teaching and learning. Authored by a uniquely interdisciplinary team of scholars, the book covers the basics of robotics and their supporting technologies; attitudes toward and ethical implications of robots in learning; research methods relevant to extending our knowledge of the field; and more.

"Authors differentiate between robots-as-tools and social robots, who are "intended to interact and communicate with humans," as opposed to human teachers, who "have skills and abilities that go well beyond those of robots." In recognition of the challenges inherent in societal attitudes toward robots and technology acceptance and ethical concerns about educational technology, the text concludes with an introduction to pertinent research methods in educational robotics."

-D. L. Stoloff, Eastern Connecticut State University, CHOICE

ISBN: 9780367655396

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 340g

226 pages