O papel da robótica e da educação STEAM no desenvolvimento pedagógico de crianças e jovens: uma abordagem inovadora para a aprendizagem

Educational robotics hasemerged as an innovative approach to enhance teaching and learning for children and young people, especially within the framework of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) pedagogies. This article analyzes the impact of educational robotics on the development of cognitive, socio-emotional, and problem-solving skills, highlighting its role in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. The research discusses the integration of robotics into teaching, promoting activeand interdisciplinary learning while also supporting educational inclusion, allowing students with different needs to access innovative learning tools. Educational robotics also strengthens teamwork and communication skills, essential for students' holistic development. However, implementing this technology in Brazil faces significant challenges, such as limited financial resources, lack of teacher training, and inadequate infrastructure. The paper also explores public policies and educational initiatives necessary to overcome these barriers and promote equitable access to robotics in schools. It concludes that, despite these difficulties, educational robotics holds great transformative potential for 21st-century education.