Robótica educacional aplicada ao ensino de programação introdutória no ensino fundamental

Abstract

Educational robotics has proven to be a promising method for teaching introductory programming, especially in the elementary school context. In this study, qualitative methodologies were used to evaluate the perception of 8th year students, through an introductory programming workshop, using the Micro:bit tool. The research analyzed, using a questionnaire, how these students absorb and interact with the concepts presented. The results indicate that, with the advancement of Educational Robotics, there is a growing interest and engagement among students, both in the development of logical thinking and in problem-solving. However, there are challenges in developing pedagogical practices that efficiently integrate these themes into the school curriculum.