INNOVATING ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: ROBOTICS AND SUSTAINABLE TECH FOR INCLUSIVE LEARNING IN SCHOOLS

Authors: Rafael Eduardo Almeida Sousa

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17406974

Published: January 2024

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<p><strong><em>Background: </em></strong><em>In the face of contemporary environmental challenges and the growing need for sustainable educational practices, this study presents the Eco Tech Project as an innovative proposal that integrates educational robotics and sustainable technologies within an inclusive pedagogical framework. The project aligns with global agendas such as the Sustainable Development Goals and Brazil’s commitment in hosting the COP30, highlighting the role of schools as key spaces for environmental awareness and social transformation.<strong>&nbsp; </strong></em></p> <p><strong><em>Materials and Methods: </em></strong><em>The study employed a qualitative approach supported by a bibliographic review as the main research procedure, enabling a comprehensive analysis of the theoretical foundations related to educational robotics, environmental education, sustainability, and inclusion. In addition, a narrative account of the main actions developed through the Eco Tech Project was presented, aiming to bridge theoretical insights and practical applications.<strong>&nbsp; </strong></em></p> <p><strong><em>Results: </em></strong><em>The general objective was to demonstrate how educational robotics can be used as an inclusive tool to promote environmental awareness, stimulate sustainable practices, and encourage the active participation of all students, regardless of their individual specificities, within the school environment. The theoretical framework was organized into three key sections: (1) Educational Robotics as a Strategy for Environmental Awareness, (2) Sustainable Technologies and Robotics Applied to Waste Management in Schools, and (3) The Eco Tech Project: Experience Report.<strong>&nbsp; </strong></em></p> <p><strong><em>Conclusion: </em></strong><em>The study also made it possible to observe the influence of sustainable technologies in the school environment, especially when implemented through activities that promote experimentation, creativity, and the solution of real-world problems. The inclusion of recyclable materials in the development of robotic prototypes fostered a more reflective and innovative perspective in environmental education, integrating academic knowledge with societal needs.<strong>&nbsp; </strong></em></p>

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