Explore and create: Exploratory Creation lab 
Preregistration Required
The core purpose of our session is to bridge the gap between traditional literacy methods and the rapid advancements in technology, specifically robotics and computer science.
By the end of this workshop, participants will understand the value and potential of integrating robotics into traditional literacy instruction.
Acquire hands-on experience in designing, building, and programming literature-inspired robots. They will gain pedagogical insights to instill confidence in incorporating robotics and computer science into classroom teaching.
Participants will be able to adapt and apply the concepts learned in the workshop to their specific classroom and curriculum needs.
In today's digital age, retaining student attention and ensuring deep comprehension in traditional literacy classes can be challenging. There's a pressing need for educators to diversify instructional methods with technology with core educational principles.
We will use beginner-friendly robotics tools such as servos, sensors, and LEDs will allow participants to bring literature to life.
We plan to facilitate group-based tasks where educators collaborate to craft robots. Offering a hands-on approach to grasp the intricacies of robotics in the context of literature.
-Lesson Plans & Instructional Activities :
Introduction to robotic book reports and their relevance.
Group brainstorming on selecting literature pieces.
Hands-on activity: Designing and building robots that represent selected literature.
Pedagogical discussion: Strategies to implement robotics in classrooms, potential challenges, and solutions. Sharing of online resources and tools to assist in continued learning post-session.
-Evidence of Success:
We will measure the success of this session with participant involvement and enthusiasm during the hands-on activities. We will also measure success with participants successfully designing and creating robotic book covers by the end of the session.
1. Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and brief overview of the session's objectives.
2. Bridging Literacy and Technology (5 minutes)
Presentation on the importance and relevance of integrating robotics into literacy instruction.
A short discussion on the challenges of retaining student attention in traditional literacy classes.
3. Introduction to Robotic Book Reports (10 minutes)
Showcasing examples of literature-inspired robots.
Explanation of the value and potential they bring to the classroom.
4. Hands-on Building (20 minutes)
Tutorial on the basics of using these tools.
Participants start the initial phase of designing their robots.
5. Coding Tutorial (10 minutes)
6. Resources & Continued Learning ( 10 minutes)
Address potential challenges and offer solutions.
Sharing of online resources, tools, and platforms for continued learning in integrating robotics in literacy instruction.
Open the floor for any questions or clarifications.
Provide contact information for any post-session inquiries.
Encourage educators to explore and integrate the concepts learned in their classrooms.
https://www.unr.edu/nevada-today/news/2019/robotics-and-literacy
https://modrobotics.com/cubeletschat/examining-language-arts-through-robotics/
https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/45834/how-robots-in-english-class-can-spark-empathy-and-improve-writing
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