We are very pleased to invite you to submit your latest research results, developments, and ideas (extended abstract of max. 4 pages) to the 2nd International Workshop of the EATEL SIG EduRobotX 2024: Exploring Educational Robots and Robotics for Learning and Development, which will be held at the ECTEL Conference, in Krems, Austria | 16-20 September 2024, URL: https://ea-tel.eu/ectel2024/
30.08.2024 Extended abstract submission
06.09.2024 Notifications of Acceptance
13.09.2024 Final version submitted
17.09.2o24 Presentations at the workshop
-
We invite submissions in the form of extended abstracts (max. 4 pages) related to Educational Robots and Robotics for Learning and Development.
-
The abstract submission should be no longer than 4 pages and formatted as per CEUR-WS proceedings https://ceur-ws.org/README.html#CEURART
-
Please submit your abstract via EasyChair by 2nd September 2024:
-
Call for abstracts: https://easychair.org/cfp/EduRobotX2024
-
Submission link: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=eatelsigedurobotx202
-
-
Aino Ahtinen, Tampere University, Finland
-
Rinat Rosenberg-Kima, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Israel
-
María Zapata-Cáceres, University Rey Juan Carlos, Spain
-
Estefanía Martín-Barroso, University Rey Juan Carlos, Spain
⏱️ 30 minutes
Introduction. Overview of workshop objectives and agenda. Brief introduction of the facilitators, the SIG EduRobotX, and the participants.
⏱️ 30 minutes
Short Presentations (3 x 10 min = 30 min)
⏱️ 30 minutes
Open Discussion Rounds. Breakout into small discussion groups based on presentation topics. Participants share their experiences, insights, and questions related to each presentation. Facilitators moderate discussions and encourage collaboration among participants.
⏱️ 15 minutes
Coffee & dance break with live music
☕ 30 minutes
Short Presentations (3 x 10 min = 30 min)
⏱️ 30 minutes
Open Discussion Rounds. Breakout into small discussion groups based on presentation topics. Participants share their experiences, insights, and questions related to each presentation. Facilitators moderate discussions and encourage collaboration among participants.
⏱️ 15 minutes
Coffee & dance break with live music
⏱️ 45 minutes
Interactive Sessions
- Interactive Workshop Activity 1: Showcasing Good Examples of Robot-assisted Learning
- Interactive Workshop Activity 2: Evidence-informed Activities in Robotics Education
- Interactive Workshop Activity 3: Networking and Creating Partnerships
⏱️ 15 minutes
Coffee & dance break with live music
⏱️ 15 minutes
Wrap-up and Reflection. Summary of key insights and discussions from the workshop. Reflection on how new insights can be applied in participants’ own contexts. Opportunity for participants to share any final thoughts or questions including a short online evaluation in Google Forms and a visual display for feedback on the board.
The workshop by the EATEL SIG EduRobotX aligns perfectly with the overarching conference theme of “Inclusive and equitable quality education for all,” as well as with the current global challenges and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). In today’s rapidly evolving society and educational landscape, the integration of robots and robotics holds immense potential to revolutionise learning experiences and address the diverse needs of learners across various contexts and age groups.
Our workshop aims to contribute to the realisation of inclusive and equitable education by exploring the multifaceted applications of educational robots and robotics in diverse educational contexts and for the diversity of learners. By leveraging approaches such as robot-assisted language learning (RALL), robot-supported collaborative learning (RSCL), and hybrid participation and collaboration through teleoperated robots, we aspire to invite researchers and practitioners to present their concepts, use cases, implementations and/or research results focusing on engaging learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of the learners, teachers, and different conditions of a variety of educational contexts.
Moreover, our focus extends beyond traditional educational settings to encompass learners of all ages, from preschool children to senior learners. We recognize the importance of fostering lifelong learning and ensuring that educational opportunities are accessible to individuals at every stage of life.
In line with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 4: Quality Education, our workshop aims to bring together researchers and practitioners who promote innovative approaches with educational robots and robotics that enhance learning outcomes, empower learners to develop critical thinking skills and tackle complex problems, as well as create engaging and immersive learning experiences that inspire curiosity, collaboration, and creativity.
Our vision is to invite extended abstract submissions prior to the workshop, facilitating vibrant discussions and collaboration amongst participants during the event. We aim to provide a supportive environment for presenters to share their work, receive valuable feedback, and potentially evolve their contributions into full papers. Selected full papers will be considered for publication in a special issue of a journal, which we intend to identify together with potential authors at the end of the workshop. By doing this, we hope to encourage a participatory format that values and respects the ideas, needs, and contributions of workshop participants.
In essence, our workshop serves as a catalyst for advancing the frontier of educational robots and robotics, contributing to the realisation of inclusive and quality education for all. We invite researchers, educators, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to join us in this collective endeavour to shape the future of education through educational robots and robotics. Together, we can harness the transformative power of technology to create a more inclusive and equitable learning ecosystem for the benefit of learners worldwide.
Ilona Buchem
Berlin University of Applied Sciences, Germany
As a Professor of Media and Communication at Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin, Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, Dr. Ilona Buchem teaches courses in bachelor’s and master’s programs, both on campus and online, including Digital Business (BSc.) and Media Informatics (MSc.). As the head of the Communications Lab, Ilona Buchem leads a number […]
Nardie Fanchamps
Open University of the Netherlands
Maria Perifanou
University of Macedonia, Greece
Dr. Maria Perifanou is an adjunct lecturer in Applied Linguistics at the Faculty of Italian Language & Literature at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and an adjunct academic staff at the Hellenic Open University at TESOL Master’s Programme. She works also as a senior researcher at the Smart and Mobile Learning Environments (SMILE) Lab of […]