Articles:
Öztüre Yavuz, G., Akçapınar, G., Çıralı Sarıca, H., & Koçak Usluel, Y. (2024). Investigating features that play a role in predicting gifted student engagement using machine learning: Video log and self-report data. Education and Information Technologies, 1-27. Click for PDF
Yiğit, M.F., Öztüre, G. Usluel, Y. K. (September, 2018). The Adoption, Diffusion And Acceptance O f Robotic Technologies By Teachers: A Descriptive Review [Abstract]. Paper presented at the ECER – European Conference on Educational Research. Bolzano, Italy. Click for PDF// Click for the presentation…
Öztüre, G., Fidan, A., BAKIR, E., Uslu, N. A., & Usluel, Y. (2021). Eğitsel Bağlamda Teknoloji Ve Duygu Çalışmaları Üzerine Bir Sistematik Haritalama Çalışması: Tanımlar, Kuramlar Ve Gelecekteki Yönelimler. Eğitim Teknolojisi Kuram ve Uygulama, 11(1), 20-47. Click for the PDF
Bakır, E., Atman Uslu N., Öztüre G., Fidan A., Usluel K. Y. (2021). Should emotions be taken into consideration within online learning environments? A systematic review study. In Proceedings of the 16th International Technology, Education And Development Conference (INTED) International Academy Of Technology, Education And Development (IATED). Click for the PDF // Click for the presentation…
Yavuz, G., Koçak Usluel, Y. (2022, March) Emotions of Gifted Students In Online Learning Environments During Lockdown: Suggestions For Instructional Methodology In Online Learning Environments. In Proceedings of the16th International Technology, Education And Development Conference (INTED) International Academy Of Technology, Education And Development (IATED). Click for the PDF // Click for the presentation…
Nilüfer Atman Uslu, Gulay Öztüre Yavuz & Yasemin Koçak Usluel (2022): A systematic review study on educational robotics and robots, Interactive Learning Environments, DOI: 10.1080/10494820.2021.2023890 Click for the PDF
Podcasts:
With the support of the partners our Romanian Partner Andreea Gatman organized a podcast type of research- Reimaged Education- with the Voices of the students.
Here you can find the podcasts, the same 6 questions were addressed to students in : Romania, Italy (thanks Vanessa) Turkey (thank you Gulay), Galapagos Island, Estonia, Lithuania (many thanks Skirma), and other countries will follow. Technology has an impressive role from their voice (emotional intelligence…not only one but many pointed to using technology in the future to solve, assist, support emotional intelligence).
You may listen the podcast link below: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PzRMbNb6kb2zvGrMFtlZJ?si=3d261c7abcca4f16
Thank you for the rich dialogue, congratulations on all school activities!! Amazing!
Andreea Gatman / Romanian Coordinator
TURKEY
Braga, October 2023
Tuesday’s Culinary Journey: Pastel De Nata and Turkish Treats Tuesday brought rain, but our Erasmus adventure persisted. Lithuanian friends shared a captivating card game, showcasing their traditions. The day’s culinary highlight was Pastel De Nata, a crispy pastry filled with exquisite cream, offering a taste of Portuguese sweetness. Cross-cultural exchange peaked as I shared the Turkish treat “Pişmaniye,” resulting in shared laughter. Engaging group activities centered around Arduino and soil moisture sensors, with a surprise visit from a journalist capturing our teamwork in a photo. Post-activity hand care left us with soft hands and unforgettable memories. Despite the rain, our exploration extended to Braga Mall, concluding another day of shared adventures. Read more… | |
Betül Ece ŞEN | |
| Embracing the Unexpected in Braga Tuesday’s exploration of Portugal’s education system led to unexpected delights, from engaging Arduino activities to an impromptu visit to a local shopping mall in the rain. Wednesday’s rainy journey to Guimaraes brought awe-inspiring historical wonders and a futuristic touch at Minho University’s robotics laboratory. Unplanned adventures in Porto on Thursday unfolded with insightful presentations, a flavorful encounter with Francesinha, and memorable moments by the Douro River. The week culminated in a scenic Friday in Porto, marked by historical landmarks, unexpected rainstorms, and heartfelt farewells. As I bid adieu to Portugal and cherished friendships, the mix of emotions lingered, leaving an indelible mark from this enriching ERASMUS journey. Read more… |
Can ATALIK | |
| Unplanned Porto Adventure Thursday’s unexpected turn due to weather diverted our plans to Friday, introducing spontaneity. The day unfolded with intriguing presentations, school gifts, and certificates. As the weather cleared, I explored Braga, capping off the evening with a delightful dinner at a pre-booked restaurant. A billiards session added a fun twist before we returned to the hotel, creating memorable moments in Braga. Read more… |
Deniz ÇETİN | |
| Historical Discovery and Robotic Curiosity Last Wednesday, during our visit to Guimaraes, we delved deeper into Portuguese history. The impressive architecture of Castelo de Guimaraes was enchanting to witness. Following that, we explored the robotics laboratory at Minho University, where we gained insights into the workings of the Star Wars robot BB8. Witnessing university students actively engaged in such projects left a lasting impression on me. We had the opportunity to further explore the city, creating truly unforgettable memories by the end of the day. Read more… |
Duru İBİŞAĞAOĞLU | |
| A Day of Insights and Farewells On Thursday, we embarked on an enlightening journey at school, attending Dr. Piet’s engaging conference on education. The interactive session kept us on our toes, and I even received a book for participating. Later, we received our certificates and gathered for a group photo, creating lasting memories. The day continued with a delightful lunch at a recommended restaurant, savoring the famous Francesinha. In the city center, we explored new places, indulging in souvenir shopping. As night fell, our farewell dinner became a lively affair, followed by spirited games at a local hangout. Bid farewell to the Lithuanian friends, making it a night to remember. Read more… |
Refik Kürşet BAYSAK | |
| Farewell and Unforgettable Memories We woke up aware that it was our last day, so there was a sense of sadness in all of us. We boarded the bus to Porto, and our journey began. After a pleasant 45 minutes, we arrived in Porto, and the pleasure we felt started to increase. Porto was really the most beautiful city I have ever seen. After taking some photos in the square, we crossed the bridges over the river that divides the city into two parts and went to the opposite side. After a general tour of the city, we had some free time, and I wandered around a bit more to observe this beautiful city. Read more… |
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Radviliškis, May, 2023
| I would like to inform you about this week, which is the Lithuanian mobility of the Erasmus+ project called “Emotions and Robotics, A Study Across Different Cultures, Educational Systems and Populations”, which I think is one of the best weeks I have spent in my life. The trip started with our departure from Izmir on April 30 and ended with our return from Lithuania on May 6. It was a very comprehensive trip for me, where we internalized both robotics and our emotions, science and travel, friendship and discipline. Read more… |
Almira Kara | |
| …. Saturday morning I was so sad, there was a sadness inside me, but it was also mixed with the happiness of returning to my country. After saying goodbye to the Lithuanians one last time, we got on the bus. In that moment, I realized that I had made some really good friends, and there was real pain inside me for breaking up with them. When we arrived at the airport, we finally said goodbye to the Italians. Really like Turks, friendly and cheerful people. I hope we will meet all of them in the future and remember the old days. The return journey was more calm and sad for me. When we finally came to Izmir, we realized how fast a week went by. Read more… |
Ege Akay | |
| First of all, we left Izmir by bus for departure. When we arrived in Istanbul, we went to Lithuania by plane. From there we went to our homes by train. This was excitement as I had never travelled by train in our country before. When we arrived, we called Nilsu, Almira, Elif and their daughters to my house. We had fun as a group all day. Read more… |
Aysu Gencel | |
| I got up at half past nine in the morning. Dominykas was awake when I got up. Breakfast was ready. Breakfast was delicious. Pancakes were wrapped around the banana. After we finished breakfast, we left and went to school. They talked about their schools, countries and education systems in the school’s conference hall … I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this event and everyone I know for these beautiful moments and memories. Read more… |
Barkın ÖZSOY | |
| I got up at nine in the morning. Domas and his mother were awake when I got up. Breakfast was ready. I liked the breakfast very much, that was very filling. After the breakfast we went out and met up with Ege and his friend. They explained their education system in the conference hall of the school… Read more… |
Deniz Çetin | |
| After a long bus trip, flight and two train trips, we finally arrived Radviliskis. I loved this green city pretty much. And meeting Mija and her family was also good. I loved Mija’s sister Leappa so much. The weather was colder than Izmir but didn’t feel cold so that was fine. After we stayed at Mija’s house for a while, we met some friends of Mija at their house. Aysu, Nilsu and Almira were there too. We played a card game together, and it was a lot fun. When we were there we got the news that Italians had arrived, so we went to get Elizabetta with Mija. I had a lot fun that day, and I was hoping the others days will be as much as fun. And it became so… Read more… |
Elif Bengisu Gezder | |
| ….This project is something that I won’t ever forget. I met people from around the world and made friends with people I walked past everyday but never stopped to say hi. I learned so much about robotics and coding. I am so grateful to everyone that was involved and made this such a memorable experience. I feel so lucky to be a part of this project and I hope everyone can experience something like this. Read more… |
Nilsu Gencel | |
| … Next day, we woke up at 6 o’clock and went to the hotel that our teachers stay. The bus, that will take us to the airport in Vilnius, was waiting for us. My host mommy prepared a coffee for me and it made me so happy. Leaving was very bad for all of us. We hugged with our friends and it was time to leave. We experienced a lot of good memories that we will use in our casual life, improved our language skills and learned about robotics through Arduino and LEGO thanks to our teachers who chose us for the project. It was an unforgettable memory for me… Read more… |
T. Arda Bülbül |
Giulianova, October, 2022
“Sometimes they helped us with transport, sometimes we talked with body language since our languages didn’t match.” | |
Aymeriç TÜRKYENER | |
“The Italians being quite knowledgeable about their own history and sharing it with us was very effective to me.” | |
Beril KANAT | |
“The days after, we toured around cities of Italy. Especially Rome was wonderful. I really felt like I was in an archaic age.” | |
Ege AKAY | |
“If they had told me we’d make such good friends and feel so heartbroken leaving, I wouldn’t believe it; when we parted ways with our friends, I felt miserable.” | |
Yunus Emre ALTUNTAŞ | |
“From there, they took us to our destination, the center. We started touring about Rome. There were very old buildings around, though a lot of them had their parts almost entirely replaced every year. They weren’t very old but they were very tall, they could collapse in an earthquake any moment. Now, I’ll stop defaming Rome… It had great fountains. Yes, I only liked the fountains, other structures didn’t interest me a lot.” | |
Yusuf İbrahim ESMER |
LITHUANIA
Keeping diaries allows a profound reflection on personal growth and experiences. Engaging in robotics and physics with Arduinos provided a unique intersection of creativity and problem-solving. The intricate dance between coding and hardware sculpted a deeper understanding of technology’s role in our lives. These endeavour not only enhanced technical skills but also fostered resilience, as overcoming challenges became a testament to perseverance. The diaries serve as a canvas where the strokes of curiosity and the colors of achievement intertwine. In the realm of robotics, each line of code written echoes a journey of unravelling possibilities, while physics experiments illuminate the dance of fundamental principles. Beyond the circuits and equations, the diaries capture the emotional landscape – the elation of success, the frustration of setbacks, and the quiet moments of reflection. They become a mirror reflecting the evolving self, tracing the impact of intellectual pursuits on personal identity. Through diaries, a narrative emerges, portraying the fusion of knowledge acquisition and self-discovery, ultimately shaping a resilient and introspective personality.
Portugal, a kaleidoscope of culture and learning. Met incredible minds through ERASMUS, our shared passion for coding with Arduino creating an unspoken bond. Collaborations fueled by diverse perspectives, breaking language barriers with lines of code. Sightseeing became a canvas of memories, from historic landmarks to vibrant markets. As we explored, each cobblestone told a story, and every conversation added a stroke to our cultural masterpiece. The ERASMUS project not only expanded our coding horizons but also painted the canvas of our lives with colors we never knew existed. Grateful for this transformative journey.
Keeping diaries allows a profound reflection on personal growth and experiences. Engaging in robotics and physics with Arduinos provided a unique intersection of creativity and problem-solving. The intricate dance between coding and hardware sculpted a deeper understanding of technology’s role in our lives. These endeavour not only enhanced technical skills but also fostered resilience, as overcoming challenges became a testament to perseverance. The diaries serve as a canvas where the strokes of curiosity and the colors of achievement intertwine. In the realm of robotics, each line of code written echoes a journey of unravelling possibilities, while physics experiments illuminate the dance of fundamental principles. Beyond the circuits and equations, the diaries capture the emotional landscape – the elation of success, the frustration of setbacks, and the quiet moments of reflection. They become a mirror reflecting the evolving self, tracing the impact of intellectual pursuits on personal identity. Through diaries, a narrative emerges, portraying the fusion of knowledge acquisition and self-discovery, ultimately shaping a resilient and introspective personality.
Portugal has been a whirlwind of discovery. The ERASMUS project led us to new friendships and cultural encounters. Today, we delved into the world of coding with Arduino, unlocking the potential of technology in unexpected ways. The blend of innovation and tradition is captivating. Amidst lines of code, we found a universal language. Our journey extended beyond the digital realm, as we explored the picturesque landscapes and historical wonders. Each sightseeing adventure felt like a chapter in an unfolding story. Portugal, with its vibrant energy, has become more than a destination – it’s a canvas of memories painted with the colors of collaboration and exploration.
Otilijos and Ramintos diary
The Erasmus project was like stepping into a story I’ll never forget. It led us to a place we’ve never been before, unfolding a journey through an unfamiliar country. We soaked in the daily life, rich culture, and timeless traditions, feeling like a part of Italy. Living with local families, we dove into the Italian way of life, sharing laughs and stories that made the experience truly special. Our days were filled with hands-on learning, working with robots and Arduinos, adding a tech-savvy twist to our adventure. From the ancient wonders of Rome to the charming streets of small Italian towns, every place left its mark on our shared memories. But what really stood out were the friendships we formed. Saying goodbye to our new friends was tough, a mix of joy for the moments shared and a longing for more. This Erasmus journey was more than a trip; it became a part of who I am, etched into the fabric of my experiences.
PORTUGAL
Below are the links to the news in the press about our Emotions and Robotics Project. Please click here...
A CITY OF THE FUTURE:
Our students created stories of future cities and designed the cities… click to download the Tasks…
Rad Angeles was invented in year 3000 by the programmer and scientist named Mete who arrived to the city of Radviliškis which was severely struggling with pollution and obesity. He came to this city while trying to go to Los Angeles but due to misleading maps made by artificial intelligence he ended up here. After seeing this city with no hope he decided to help the city to make a change. He got rid of the cars and roads. He invented new types of transportation that is actually healthy for people and environment. He built gyms, stadiums and pools, he also made a lot of parks and planted lots of trees. After Mete’s efforts city quickly recovered and became better than ever. To help people forget of the rough history of Radviliškis he renamed the city to “Rad Angeles”. Citizens of the city decided to make Mete the first and only of its kind in the world: “Emperor of the city”. While having this position Mete continued to improve the city. Over the time the city have became the economically strongest city in the world and the home to hundreds of Olympic champions. After Mete decided that he has done enough and its time for him to retire, he gave the most inspirational speech ever known to man kind and left his post to his grandchildren. Pijus Simonavičius Ege Akay Vytė Gri Leandro Silveira Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
Our city name is seahaven, it works pretty efficiently in fact we are on our way to solve many problems. One of the best things of the city is that thanks to a machine we can take the water and convert it in energy in order to be more productive and ecologic. Our jobs in the future will be completely different from the ones we’r doing now, obviously jobs like police or plane officers are gonna stay forever but to take the trash or stop fighting in the street robots will replace us. Obviously we have to reduce our garbage in order to have a clearer city and a better city makes happier citizens. Also if we don’t take the garbage out of the street they may go to the sea and this will be a major problem for our ecosystem and if our fish eat trash and we eat the fish that will surely affect our health. Our building will be earthquake free in order to not have to rebuild cities again. All about the building will be technologic and houses will be narrow and long but not wide so that we can build more and more. Our city is on an island so it can’t reach other places. Because of this all the trash and pollution stayed on the island and it got very polluted. In order to save it people made a robot called Fred to help them. Since then the city developed but on the other hand bad people came to the city making trouble but luigi still try to save them. PROBLEMS: fighting in the street, kids drowning and trash in the street Mariagrazia Roccioletti Aysu Gencel Dominykas Janušauskas Domas Urbonavičius Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
Before Shrinky village got this name, it was really suffering from pollution. People were throwing their garbage on the floor without paying attention to the consequences that might arise, cigarette consumption was too much. The village had almost no education about environmental awareness. When the village became seriously uninhabitable, the administration decided to put a stop to it. Flashy houses, skyscrapers and apartment buildings that took up too much space were cleaned. They were replaced by eco-friendly, smaller-sized houses. That’s how the village got its name. The electricity requirement of all houses has started to be provided with solar energy. The use of personal vehicles has been reduced. The use of public transportation vehicles has increased and the electricity requirement of all vehicles has been provided by solar energy.
Residents of the village were not afraid to throw garbage in places. In order to solve this, a robot called Trash-2000 was designed. If Trash-2000 detects that a citizen is throwing garbage on the ground instead of in the trash bin, it says, “Please put your garbage in the trash bin.” If the citizen is determined not to throw his garbage into the garbage bin, Trash-2000 calls the environmental police and reports the situation. The environmental police, who maintain order in order to prevent environmental pollution, do what needs to be done about this situation.
Due to the vast amount of air pollution in the village, diseases started to break out. We all know smoking is one of the reasons for air pollution, so we put some restrictions. Citizens are no longer free to smoke wherever they want. There are indoor smoking areas where you are free to smoke, but those areas are only for smoking so it is quite small. There wasn’t enough education for awareness so schools decided to give environmental education more frequently.
Almira Paulina Martina Gonçalo Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
This city is a well developed transportation point – goods get transfered with ships and leave again with planes. The airport has a landing line and a station, as well as an outdoor storage and a green bridge to the city park. The central park has a opening to the all-in-one automatic factory, which takes trash from land and ocean and turns it into reusable energy, which powers the city. On the other side of the park there are apartments, even skyscrapers, because they take up less space and more people can live in them. Through the park there is also an entrance to the ship station, which is used not only for transportation, but also for fishing. Talha Arda Bülbül Mija Skaumanaitė Morgan Vagnoni Afonso CR Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
On May 4th, 2023, me, Vilte, Emile, Elizabetta and Petra created our future town called “Nevpe”. We called our town Nevpe because it is an anagram of our initials. The story of our town starts a thousand years ago when there was nothing where our town now is. After a while people started moving to Nevpe and started their own civilization and community. They wanted to create a town where they didn’t need anyone else, and they could make everything they wanted without help from the outside world. Nevpe has every building that a town needs function. Nevpe has a hospital, a school, a university, a shop, an ATM, a factory, skyscrapers, a radio tower, a park, green areas, a river, planned housing, a bus stop, roads and more. When the people of Nevpe were building the town, they wanted to solve some problems that normal towns face. To fix the problem of using too much fossil fuels and pollution, all the houses and buildings have solar panels and use the river for electricity. Because of how fast technology is advancing people are starting to become isolated from each other. To prevent that the people of Nevpe builded all their buildings close to each other to create a sence of community. By building everything near each other, it eliminates the problem of people getting bored or stressed when they must get somewhere but it is too far away. There are no cars in Nevpe. Instead, there is one bus that goes around the whole city taking people where they need to go. That way the people of Nevpe reduce greenhouse gasses and they get to see the whole city whenever they want to. I think towns like Nevpe will be very common in the future and it is a good idea.
Nilsu Vilte Emile Elizabetta Petra Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
Humanity has finally reached a new low. Pollution has spread throughout our earth, contaminating our waters, destroying the ecosystem, even causing genetical modification within some animal species and humans. With wars, climate change and global warming, humans have made the world uninhabitable for both themselves and any other creatures. Since the world so desperately needed a miracle, a group of scientists emerged and took action to stop this issue. First, they created a city, a sanctuary, where everyone can live a healthier, cleaner life. The entire city was full of parks and nature. Any possible sources of pollution were eliminated. But that wasn’t enough. They built a robot that traveled around the city, cleaned the city and filtered the air while traveling, helping people in need. They called this robot “Luigi”. You may ask why, well, why not? Thus, Lugitown was founded. People got better day by day, since the air was clean, people started to go out again. Seeing the success of this creation, other countries started to request more robots. Of course, because our scientists wanted to save the whole world so they started giving them to people for free. However, when each country started to demand it, they had to start mass production and set up factories. You can see it as a step backwards, but these factories were not harming the environment and even cleaned their environment. With these factories, our scientists, once again, made a breakthrough. Every factory in the world has started to turn into this new generation, environmentally friendly factories. Also, rivers and lakes had filters within them, sifting any trash to be then sorted. Skyscrapers in the city were built using a flexible steel skeleton to separate the building from its foundations, thus being more earth quake proof. At the end of all this, our scientists, who started their work as just a group of young people, saved the whole world from the brink of disaster.
Raminta Buivydaitė Rugilė Ramanauskaitė Barkın Özsoy Marco Secone Séfora Oliveira Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
In a world where wars and sickness were keeping the men from living a peaceful life, a little community decided to build a place in which they could prioritize their health and prosperity. It started as group of 50-60 people, and then grew to be so much more. In this little town they were able to build a school, a park for the children; with time an hospital was founded too. The more time it passed, the more they were able to exploite the land. They used the river to produce energy, with water propellers. This energy was used as a fuel for the cars, the busses, the industries. In this way they were able to avoid pollution. They also established a bus ride from the town to the university of the nearest city.
Aneté Norvaišaitė Elif Bengisu Gezder Gisele dos Reis da Fonseca Valeria Amante Radviliškis, May, 4, 2023 |
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