Authors : Alkriz Zahir M. Reyes, Carl Denise A. Dawal, Carl Jerick A. Anacio, Heru Joshrene D. Pelobello, Jaztyn A. Loya, Keno J. Delos Reyes, Mariane P. Palima, Sean Zaki Emil Jethro L. Sapon, Vincent Ivan Fred D. Legacion
Volume/Issue : Volume 5 - 2020, Issue 2 - February
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Our society is ever-evolving and continuously
progressing especially in the aspect of technology. As
such, robots are becoming a part of our society and can
be used in various fields, particularly in education. For
further understanding of the area, the study entitled
"The Age of Mechatronics: A Phenomenological Study
of Students’ Utilization of Educational Robots in Class"
had determined that the use of robots is beneficial to the
specialized course, and established that it is convenient
for the students in comprehending and applying
knowledge relating to their course. In conformity, this
study is a qualitative type of research, specifically a
phenomenological study, which utilized four (4) 5th-
year college students of Mechatronics Engineering as
participants. Data was collected through a focus group
interview that was held inside the premises of Adamson
University, a catholic educational institution in the City
of Manila. Verbatim transcription was employed for the
data to be credible, and related literature and studies
were used to support the data. Moreover, having robots
in class is a productive way for the students to learn,
experience, and be able to have an effective learning
discovery. Teachers need to be reassured that the sole
purpose of this study is not to replace them with robots,
but rather provide them with a teaching tool/aid that
can complement the students’ learning experience.
Keywords : Mechatronics/ Robots/ Utilization/ Focus Group Interview/ Phenomenological/ Verbatim Transcription.