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Title:

Robotics Academy

Url:

https://www.cmu.edu/roboticsacademy/

Publisher:

Lego Group
National Robotics Engineering Center

Description: Based at Carnegie Mellon University, the Robotics Academy is designed to help young people learn about the world of robotics through interactive activities, videos, and lesson plans. First-time visitors can check in on the "Educators" area to learn about the STEM-based curriculum and educational standards used throughout the site's materials. In the "Curriculum" area, visitors can view video clips that address robotic engineering, along with lesson plans. Some of the curricular activities here are also available in Spanish. Visitors should also check out their blog, as it features highlights from events like the VEX Robotics World Championships and upcoming online chat sessions. Also the site contains building instructions and details on how to enter the aforementioned VEX Robotics championships, which encourage students and hobbyists to build real robots. The Robotics Academy Mission Statement:

To develop a mathematically competent and technological literate workforce

To influence children to become interested in robotics and related technologies

as an area of study and future employment

To grow future entrepreneurs and employees for the region and nation

To enhance the economic development of these technologies in Southwestern Pennsylvania

To develop standards-driven curriculum for middle and high school teachers

To catch kids having fun experimenting with science and technology.

Target Audience: 2-4 Year College Students, 9-12, High School Faculty/Administrators, 2-4 Year College Faculty/Administrators, Engineers, Industry Personnel, Technicians

LC Classification:

Bibliography. Library science. Information resources (General) -- Subject bibliography -- Education -- Special topics, A-Z -- Engineering education
Technology -- Mechanical engineering and machinery
Technology -- Mechanical engineering and machinery -- Mechanical devices and figures. Automata. Ingenious mechanisms. Robots (General) -- Personal robotics
Technology -- Mechanical engineering and machinery -- Mechanical devices and figures. Automata. Ingenious mechanisms. Robots (General) -- Study and teaching

GEM Subject:

Science -- Engineering
Science -- Instructional issues

Key Concept:

Mechanical engineering -- Robotics

Resource Type:

Event
Reference Material
Instructional Material
Instructional Material -- Student Guide
Instructional Material -- Lesson/Lesson Plan
Instructional Material -- Instructor Guide/Manual

Format:

Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator
Learner

Education Level:

High School
Middle School
Higher Education
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Lower Division)
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Lower Division)
Vocational/Professional Development Education

Language:

English

Rights:

Robotics Academy

Access Rights:

Free access

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Source Type:

ATE Center

Source:

National Center for Manufacturing Education

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