De la Extensi\'on a la Investigaci\'on: Como La Rob\'otica Estimula el Inter\'es Acad\'emico en Estudiantes de Grado

TL;DR

This study explores how participation in robotics groups in higher education enhances students' transversal skills, research interest, and academic motivation, demonstrating the educational benefits of active, collaborative robotics activities.

Contribution

It provides empirical evidence on the positive impact of robotics groups on skill development and motivation in higher education, highlighting their role in transforming learning experiences.

Findings

Robotics participation improves teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

Students involved in robotics show increased interest in research and academic commitment.

Robotics activities foster active and collaborative learning environments.

Abstract

This research examines the impact of robotics groups in higher education, focusing on how these activities influence the development of transversal skills and academic motivation. While robotics goes beyond just technical knowledge, participation in these groups has been observed to significantly improve skills such as teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving. The study, conducted with the UruBots group, shows that students involved in robotics not only reinforce their theoretical knowledge but also increase their interest in research and academic commitment. These results highlight the potential of educational robotics to transform the learning experience by promoting active and collaborative learning. This work lays the groundwork for future research on how robotics can continue to enhance higher education and motivate students in their academic and professional careers