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.