Educational Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Virtual Environments to Strengthen Computational Thinking in Peruvian Children
Abstract
This research aimed to analyze the use of educational robotics enhanced by artificial intelligence in virtual environments to strengthen computational thinking in children. The study adopted a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods, with a descriptive-experimental design applied to a sample of 40 primary school students aged between 8 and 12 years. Virtual robotics platforms such as mBlock, Tinkercad, and Micro:bit were used, integrating block-based programming activities and problem-solving tasks. The findings revealed that 97.5% of the children adequately used the virtual platforms, while 95% successfully corrected programming errors through logical reasoning. The study concludes that the integration of digital tools based on artificial intelligence within educational robotics significantly strengthens autonomous learning, increases motivation, creativity, innovation, and enhances computational thinking skills in children.
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