"Overall, the software is a fantastic combination of playful learning and subject-specific content. It eliminates the need for schools to purchase entire sets of materials and thus represents a valuable contribution to learning with and about digital media (robotics and information technology, in my view, are fundamental to digital education, which is currently a hot topic)."
- Dr. Kai Christian Tönnsen, Europa-Universität Flensburg
Testimonials
Dr. Kai Christian Tönnsen
"The iRobot Factory is an outstanding tool for computer science lessons. It impresses with its intuitive operation and flexibility regarding the individual learning needs of students. As a teacher, I am convinced that the program excellently covers heterogeneous learning requirements and thus also enables inclusive teaching. The iRobot Factory is equally suitable for beginners and advanced learners, as it offers appropriate challenges and learning content for every level. The various modules ensure that all students work according to their individual abilities and pace and remain motivated. This prevents students from being either over- or under-challenged."
Vivien Fernschild
Students with diverse abilities can access exciting robotics challenges here – regardless of whether they have special needs related to their cognitive, social, or linguistic development. The visual, playful design of the I-Robot Factory promotes self-directed learning and teamwork when it comes to finding solutions together. This is invaluable, especially in inclusive classrooms. All learners experience the sense of accomplishment of programming their own robots and making them interact in virtual worlds. The I-Robot Factory is the crucial bridge to getting started with robotics without costly investments. For me as a teacher, the I-Robot Factory is an indispensable tool for making computer science lessons modern, practical, and, above all, inclusive.”
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– Vivien Fernschild, Teacher at IGS Süd Langenhagen
"The software is highly engaging, and the gamification aspect, with its gradual increase in difficulty, keeps students motivated. They play and learn simultaneously. The level challenges also foster a genuine competitive spirit: How can you tweak the robot's design to make it another second faster? This encourages constant reflection on improvement possibilities, thoughtful consideration, and experimentation. This challenge is highly motivating."
- Wiebke Kontzog, Teacher at Humboldt School, Hanover