Just a cog in the machine: participatory robotics as a tool for understanding collaborative learning and decision-making

TitleJust a cog in the machine: participatory robotics as a tool for understanding collaborative learning and decision-making
Publication TypeConference Papers
Year of Publication2007
AuthorsBlikstein P, Rand W, Wilensky U
Conference NameProceedings of the 8th iternational conference on Computer supported collaborative learning
Date Published2007///
PublisherInternational Society of the Learning Sciences
ISBN Number978-0-6151-5436-7
Abstract

We will demonstrate the integration of a software-based multi-agent modeling platform with a participatory simulation environment and a real-time control system for a physical robotic agent. Both real and virtual participants will be able to act collaboratively in a simulation that will control a physical agent. The backbone of this demonstration is a widely used, freely available, mature modeling platform (NetLogo). We posit that this technological platform can be of use for researchers interested in investigating collaborative learning and decision-making, as well as to design collaborative learning activities. We will present preliminary findings from pilot studies with the tool.

URLhttp://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=1599600.1599614