MODEL OF AN EDUCATION ROBOTICS COURSE FOR NATURAL SCIENCES TEACHERS

Abstract

STEM is a priority area of education in Ukraine. One of the innovative approaches in STEM education is the integration of academic disciplines through project-based learning using robotics. Therefore, the urgent problem is the development of training courses on educational robotics for teachers of natural sciences. The article presents the model of teaching the Education Robotics course for teachers of natural sciences, which includes the goal, objectives, principles, content, forms, methods, teaching aids. The educational robotics course is designed to introduce future teachers to the principles of creating robotic systems, programming systems, and learn how to create robotic devices based on educational designers, as well as control programs. The course has a modular structure, designed for 150 hours and provides for the study of robotics based on Lego EV3, MBot, Arduino designers and demonstrates scientific and technical solutions to global problems, such as environmental ecology, help with the elements, conservation of flora and fauna, creating favorable conditions for humanity in extraterrestrial conditions, eco-energy and etc. The article contains the rationale for the choice of programming platforms, the methodological basis for the selection of projects for conducting in the lessons at school in accordance with the curriculum. Particular attention is paid to the features of using the project methodology and the formation of soft skills. The importance of introducing the Education Robotics course in the professional training of teachers of natural sciences is due to the support of society for innovation in educational activities and is associated with the level of scientific and technological achievements .