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Robot-Assisted Instruction for Special Education

Typology
Methodological
Resource description
Robot-Assisted Instruction (RAI) involves using robots as teaching assistants to deliver educational content to children with IDDs. Robots can provide consistent, repeatable, and engaging instruction, adapting to the individual learning pace and style of each student, thereby enhancing the educational experience.
Sample of use in education with students with IDD
A robot is programmed to teach a math lesson, introducing concepts like counting or basic addition. The robot presents problems, offers hints, and provides immediate feedback, allowing the student to learn at their own pace. The interactive nature of the robot keeps the student engaged and motivated throughout the lesson.
Difficulties to which it could be applied
Executive Functioning and Flexibility
  • Short attention span
Executive Functioning and Flexibility, Learning and Cognitive Challenges
  • Unability to stick to tedious tasks
Learning and Cognitive Challenges
  • Reading, writing or maths challenges
  • Trouble recalling basic math facts or applying math rules in daily tasks
  • Trouble understanding math problems
Learning Objetives
  • Strategies for Effective Studying
  • Improving Attention and focus
  • Learning Maths concepts