Using Robotic Arm as Sidekick to the Teacher in Classroom

The lack of practical teaching tools, such as a robotic arm, hinders students' understanding of complex concepts in robotics courses, where hands-on experience is essential for effective learning. This study introduced a 6DOF Robotic Arm as a teaching aid to address this issue, evaluating its impact through an experimental study with 30 computer science students. The findings revealed that the robotic arm effectively enhanced both basic and advanced Arduino programming skills, with students who used it performing better and expressing higher satisfaction than those who did not. The study also identified gaps in hardware control comprehension, leading to software development that could further aid in mastering programming concepts. The paper concludes with a discussion of the potential of the robotic arm as a valuable educational tool and its implications for future research and practical applications.