An Evaluation of a Pilot Robotics Program: This article focuses on the influence of a middle school robotics program on the students’ perception about STEM and STEM careers. Authors Jafeth E. Sanchez and Janet Usinger write about student and leader experiences in the program in their article, “An Evaluation of a Pilot Robotics Program.â€
Jafeth E. Sanchez · Journal of STEM education · 2019
This article presents a program evaluation of a six-week middle school pilot program focused on Science, Technology, and Math (STEM) enrichment using robotics, specifically VEX Robotsâ„¢. Two key questions guided this evaluation: (a) Does exposure to robotics influence middle school dispositions about STEM and careers in STEM? and (b) What lessons can be learned from program leads and student experiences? The aims were to provide guidance and recommendations for future implementation, development, and evaluation of the program. Findings are noted, along with a discussion and recommendations.