Analysis of middle and high school student learning of science, mathematics and engineering concepts through a Lego underwater robotics design challenge.

Posted May 21st, 2009 by sbredin

Presentation at 2009 American Society of Engineering Education: The Build IT project is a university-school collaboration to increase precollege student interest and achievement in engineering, science, mathematics, and information technology through a novel underwater robotics project that utilizes LEGO Mindstorms kits, the NXT programmable brick, and related equipment. The project is being implemented in 36 socio-economically and academically diverse schools for students in Grades 7-12.

Release Date:

June 15, 2009

Focus:

Engineering

Focus:

robotics

Content Area:

Innovative Uses of Technology for Learning

Content Area:

STEM Career Opportunities/Interests

Content Area:

Teaching/Learning Methodologies

Project Name:

Using Underwater Robotic Vehicles to Build IT and Pre-Engineering Skills (BUILD IT)

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0737638.

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Analysis of middle and high school student learning of science, mathematics and engineering concepts through a Lego underwater robotics design challenge.