Robotics within the teaching of problem-solving

Turner, S. J. and Hill, G. (2008) Robotics within the teaching of problem-solving. ITALICS. 7(1), pp. 108-119. 1473-7507.

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Abstract:

This paper considers the experiences of teaching on a module where problem-solving is taught first, then programming. The main tools for the problem-solving part, alongside two problem-solving approaches, are tasks using Mindstorm (LEGO, Denmark) robot kits. This is being done as a foundation step before the syntax of a language (Java) is taught to enable a Graphical User Interface (GUI) emulation of a previous robot problem. Results of student evaluation and feedback will be presented and the use of two simulators will be considered

Uncontrolled Keywords:

Student experience, problem-solving, robots, Java, GUI, emulation

Subjects:

Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA75 Electronic computers. Computer science > QA76.6 Programming. Study and teaching. Research
T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery > TJ210.2 Mechanical devices and figures. Automata. Ingenious mechanisms. Robots (General)

Creators:

Turner, S. J. and Hill, G.

Publisher:

Information and Computer Science Subject Centre of the Higher Education Academy

Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:

University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > School of Applied Sciences (to 2009) > Computing and Mathematics (to 2009)

Date:

June 2008

Date Type:

Publication

Page Range:

pp. 108-119

Journal or Publication Title:

ITALICS

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Number:

Language:

English

ISSN:

1473-7507

Status:

Published / Disseminated

Refereed:

Yes