Dear Colleagues,

Educational robotics is a field that has seen significant advancements in recent years. The integration of AI and machine learning has greatly improved the autonomous behavior of robots. This has enabled robots to better respond to their environment, learn from their experiences, and adapt to new situations. This technology has made it possible for students to program robots that can perform complex tasks, such as recognizing objects or navigating mazes, without requiring extensive coding knowledge.

Another significant advance has been the increased use of cloud-based solutions for remote control and data analysis. As a result, students have access to their robots from anywhere in the world and can collaborate with their peers in real time. This has enabled students to share their work with others and receive feedback, while making it easier for teachers to monitor student progress and provide guidance.

Another key factor in the development of educational robotics has been the development of more accessible, user-friendly programming languages and tools. This has made it easier for students to learn how to program robots, no matter what their level of experience or technical background may be. These tools also allow students to create and customize their own robots, which has been a great addition to the learning experience.

In addition, educational robots have become more affordable and accessible due to advances in low-cost, miniaturised hardware components. This has enabled schools and educational institutions to implement robotics programmes on a larger scale, increasing the number of students with opportunities to learn about robotics and technology.

Finally, a new dimension has been added to the learning experience through the integration of other cutting-edge technologies, such as augmented and virtual reality. These technologies immerse students in interactive simulations where they can experiment with different robot designs and test their performance in different environments. By making the learning experience more engaging, interactive and fun, this has greatly enhanced the learning experience.

We had great success with volume one, publishing 13 papers. The first volume is linked below:
https://www.mdpi.com/journal/electronics/special_issues/educational_robotics.

Topics include, but are not limited to:

• Improving autonomous behavior of educational robots by integrating AI and machine learning techniques;
• Advances in cloud-based solutions for remote control and data analysis in the educational robotics field;
• Developing more accessible, user-friendly educational robotics programming languages and tools;
• Advances in educational robotics hardware components that are low-cost and miniaturised;
• Educational robotics integration with augmented reality and virtual reality;
• Educational robotics classroom case studies and best practices;
• The impact of education robots on student engagement, learner outcomes, and career progression.

Dr. Savvas A. Chatzichristofis
Dr. Angelos Amanatiadis
Dr. Lefteris Doitsidis
Guest Editors

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