Developing Ubiquitous Learning System with Robots for Children's Learning

Abstract

An advanced learning system architecture with several flexible, mobile and joyful ICT features for the ubiquitous learning is proposed in this research based on experiential learning theory, constructivism learning theory and joyful learning feature. The architecture consists of five hardware key elements and supporting software to form a brand-new ubiquitous learning system. We call the designed system as Ubiquitous Open-structured Neo-tech Edutainment (u-ONE System) which comprises learning robot, sensing input device, mobile computing device, mobile output device, wireless local network and u-ONE Software. Three different application modes including instruction, collaborative learning and self-learning are supported by u-ONE Software for realizing the broad sense of ubiquitous learning. The aim of this research is to design and develop a prototype of u-ONE System consists of hardware and software components for supporting children’s learning by using robot and RFID. The experiment results show most learners could arouse good learning motivations and more concentration on learning activities by using u-ONE System.