Proposal:

Collaborative Learning Through Real-Time Embedded System Design

Investigators:

Mitchell L. Neilsen, Masaaki Mizuno, Gurdip Singh

Overall Mission/Objective:

Involve K-8 teachers in real-time embedded system design and bioengineering research, and to subsequently energize and engage their students in the engineering process at an earlier age.

Description:

This project enhances K-8 STEM teaching and learning by involving both urban and rural teachers (10 each summer) and their students (approximately 200) in active, hands-on collaborative learning using real-time embedded systems. Ongoing support is provided through the Kansas Robotics League. Upper elementary or middle school teachers interested in participating in the program can apply on-line. For more information, visit the RET Site home page at http://www.cis.ksu.edu/_external/chert/ret-site/home2.html.

Tools:

Open-source, freeware tools are developed to enhance embedded system design and real-time operating systems. Educational resources are also developed to enhance elementary/middle school STEM education.