Using ‘Begin Robotics' in Undergraduate Teaching

Abstract

Begin Robotics, a successful open online course, introduces cybernetics, robotics, control, haptics, artificial intelligence and artificial life. It was designed as a recruitment tool aimed at Key Stage 3 pupils. However, like previous recruitment methods used by the author, its focus is primarily educational. As such, much of the material is relevant in the first year of the undergraduate degree. This paper discusses the philosophy, how it is used and the associated assessments integrated, and student reaction.