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Marine Robotics: An Effective Interdisciplinary Approach to Promote STEM Education

Authors : Saeedeh Ziaeefard, Nina Mahmoudian

Published in: Robotics in Education

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

GUPPIE, a Glider for Underwater Problem-solving and Promotion of Interest in Engineering was developed in Nonlinear and Autonomous System Laboratory at Michigan Technological University to be used as an educational tool to broaden the impact of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning. The GUPPIE educational program utilizes high-interest themes, meaningful contexts, and hands-on activities to engage students as early as 4th grade and sustain their interest and learning to and through college. The program has engaged over 2000 students since 2013. The interdisciplinary nature of GUPPIE and hands-on activities in diverse areas from hardware development, and programming to gathering and interpreting data will improve students’ ability for critical, creative problem solving, and ultimately increase individual motivation for pursuing STEM academic and career pathways.

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Metadata
Title
Marine Robotics: An Effective Interdisciplinary Approach to Promote STEM Education
Authors
Saeedeh Ziaeefard
Nina Mahmoudian
Copyright Year
2018
Book
Robotics in Education

Print ISBN: 978-3-319-62874-5

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-62875-2

Copyright Year: 2018

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-62875-2_14

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