An interactive online robotics course.

Conference · Tue Jul 01 04:00:00 EDT 2003

OSTI ID:1002049

Wedeward, Kevin ^[1]; Bruder, Steven B. H.

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1. New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, Socorro, NM

Attempting to convey concepts and ideas in the subject area of robotic manipulators from within the confines of a static two-dimensional printed page can prove quite challenging to even the most gifted of authors. The inherently dynamic and multi-dimensional nature of the subject matter seems better suited to a medium of conveyance wherein a student is allowed to interactively explore topics in this multi-disciplinary field. This article describes the initial development of an online robotics course 'textbook' which seeks to leverage recent advances in Web-based technologies to enhance the learning experience in ways not possible with printed materials. The pedagogical approach employed herein is that of multi-modal reinforcement wherein key concepts are first described in words, conveyed visually, and finally reinforced by soliciting student interaction.

• Research Organization: Sandia National Laboratories
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• DOE Contract Number: AC04-94AL85000
• OSTI ID: 1002049
• Report Number(s): SAND2003-2755C
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

42 ENGINEERING
COMPUTER-AIDED INSTRUCTION
EDUCATION
ROBOTS