Effects of Robot-Based Learning on Learners' Creativity

Abstract

This study examines the effects of robot-based learning on learners’ creativity. When compiling all previous creativity analyses, robot-based classes were found to increase creativity in an effective way, and all the sub-elements of creativity (fluency, originality, openness, and susceptibility) scored significantly higher in post-verification than pre-verification. Furthermore, while there were no clear differences between gender, tests for creativity according to grade level demonstrated a clear increase in the results of higher grades (5th and 6th grade). From these results, the following conclusions could be drawn. First, in elementary school, robot-based classes increased learners’ creativity effectively, regardless of gender. Second, in order for robot-based classes to contribute to increasing students’ creativity, a systematic class strategy to effectively utilize the robot medium according to students’ level is required.