Muhammad Husein Arafat. K3520050. The Role of Educational Robotics in Integrated STEM Learning Towards the Formation of 21st Century Skills. Thesis, Surakarta: Faculty of Teacher Training and Education. Universitas Sebelas Maret. May 2024.
As a crucial element in Integrated STEM Learning, Robotics plays a vital role in developing 21st-century skills such as communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. This research aims to (1) analyze how 21st-century skills emerge in integrated STEM learning and (2) analyze how Educational Robotics supports the formation of 21st-century skills in Integrated STEM Learning. The study was conducted at Sekolah Alam Solo Raya, involving primary and junior students. The research method used is qualitative, with learning conducted through Educational Robotics by creating a door security alarm using an Ultrasonic sensor on a Lego Mindstorm EV3 robot. Data were collected through interviews and questionnaires to evaluate the role of robots in learning. Data analysis was performed using Qualitative Content Analysis. The results showed that (1) 21st-century skills emerge in integrated STEM learning by encouraging students to communicate, collaborate, think critically, and create, and (2) Educational Robotics supports the development of 21st-century skills by providing challenges that require cooperation, collaboration, and communication to solve problems. However, students still need to further hone their skills, especially in communication and critical thinking, to achieve a higher level of 21st-century skill development.
