Using Legos and RoboLab (LabVIEW) with elementary school children

  • Authors:
  • E. Wang;R. Wang

  • Affiliations:
  • Dept. of Mech. Eng., Nevada Univ., Reno, NV, USA;-

  • Venue:
  • FIE '01 Proceedings of the Frontiers in Education Conference, 2001. on 31st Annual - Volume 01
  • Year:
  • 2001

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Abstract

This work-in progress presentation describes the use of a Lego robotics kit and RoboLab software to meet the science, math and technology standards of local elementary school curricula. The presentation includes a demonstration by a kindergartener. The instructional materials used include a standard Lego Mindstorms kit and the Robolab. Robolab is based on LabVIEW and retains the iconic programming interface. Assessment of student learning includes both formal, pre- and post multiple choice testing and demonstration of ability to "read" programs and informal project outcomes.