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Linear algebra and robotics in the teaching process

Abstract:

This article presents a novel technique to attract the attention of students when they must learn linear algebra concepts such as matrix multiplication, adjoint, inverse matrix and linear transformation (rotation in R2) in the lower levels at university. We add a didactic component that consists in a flat surface, a cardboard robotic arm that is operated by manipulating syringes and some cubes with letters of the alphabet. First the student will decode a delivered message. Then, the student will move the robotic links and gripper to bring the letters of the message to the marked area. In the end, we compared the time spent by the students doing this circuit. The added didactic component allows the students to get out of the routine, carry out healthy competition with their classmates and increase their interest in the subject. This project was presented at the Second Exact Sciences Fair of the Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas Espe Sede Latacunga, winning first place.