Robotics: development factor or social isolation of the child

Abstract

In this article, dealing with robotics is defined as a factor driving the development of preschool children. What was created by science fiction writers has become a natural space for the child. Children do not know a world where there are no drones, smart phones, and computers. Robotics is becoming one of the leading activities for children, which determines the development of creativity, initiative, and independence. Joint design acts as a team work environment where children learn to agree on a project topic, discuss problems in its implementation, look for information from different sources, and use digital technologies. However, immersing a child into the world of robotics can isolate him from the society; immerse him into the virtual world. “Digital flashing” of a child‟s brain can affect its cognitive methods, affecting the neural mechanisms responsible for communicating with other people. This problem is being studied by scientists from around the world. Today the world is doubling - life in two spaces - material, objective and virtual, ideal. That is why the determination of the common ground for these worlds determines the harmonization of the children development in modern space. One of this common ground could be robotics classes. In preschool education, the development of technical creativity occurs through the designers of LegoEdu. The logic of designing cognitive-research activities of children is presented.

Robotics: development factor or social isolation of the child

“…The lack of mutual understanding with adults, the child being "unnecessary" determines the immersion in the virtual world, hiding from the frightening reality. Speaking about social isolation, scientists emphasize that this condition of a person causes his suffering, a sense of insecurity, and fear of the outside world (K. Rubin, 1993). Partial or complete refusal to communicate with peers and adults, weakening of emotional reactions, narrowing of the sphere of interests are the consequences of the child"s social isolation.…”