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Call for Book Chapters, 2026

Learning with Robotics: The Future of Education in Schools

Book Description

Learning with Robotics: The Future of Education in Schools delves into the revolutionary impact of robotics in educational settings, examining how their integration can transform traditional teaching methods, enhance student engagement, and cultivate critical skills essential for success in the 21st century. This comprehensive guide features insights from successful programs, innovative teaching strategies, and case studies that highlight robotics’ dynamic role in fostering creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving among students. Emphasising inclusivity, the book provides strategies for making robotics accessible to all learners, including those with diverse abilities. Designed for educators, researchers, and policymakers, this resource serves as both an informative overview and a practical toolkit, inspiring and equipping a new generation of educators to leverage robotics in their classrooms. By championing the integration of technology and hands-on learning, Learning with Robotics aims to ensure that every student can engage with and benefit from the exciting opportunities that robotics education offers, laying the groundwork for a future filled with possibilities.

Proposed Chapter Themes

Theme I

Evolution and Integration of Robotics in Education

Theme II

Transforming Classrooms Through Robotics

Theme III

Inclusivity and Accessibility in Robotics Education

Theme IV

Real-World Models and Success Stories

Theme V

Challenges, Ethics, and Future Trends in Robotics Education

Theme VI

Transforming Learning in Zimbabwean Context

Theme VII

Effectiveness of Robotics in Pedagogy and Assessment

Theme VIII

Robotics and 21st Century Skills

Theme IX

Robotics for STEM Teaching and Learning

Theme X

Teaching Robotics in Zimbabwean Schools

Theme XI

Designing Robotics Curricula

Theme XII

Assessing Robotics Teaching and Learning

Submission Categories

To ensure a well-rounded resource, we invite the following types of submissions:

1

Original Research

Empirical studies and data-driven analysis.

2

Conceptual Frameworks

New theoretical models for robotics education.

3

Practitioner Perspectives

“From the Classroom” reports and case studies.

Submission Deadlines

Abstract Deadline

15 March 2026

150–200 words + up to 5 keywords

Acceptance Notifications

15 April 2026

Authors notified by this date

Full Chapters Due

3 September 2026

4,000–7,000 words + short bio (max 100 words)

Submit Abstracts To

zouedustudies@zou.ac.zw

Convenor & Coordinators

Prof. I.I. Dambudzo

+263 774 663 853

dambudzoi@zou.ac.zw

Prof. P. Mupa

+263 773 552 138

mupap@zou.ac.zw

Dr S. Hlatywayo

+263 772 486 907

hlatywayo@zou.ac.zw

Administrators

Prof. T. Tshabalala

+263 776 425 222 / +263 715 792 921

tshabalala@zou.ac.zw

Prof. M. Kurebwa

+263 718 000 539

kurebwam@zou.ac.zw

Prof. R. Chabaya

+263 772 369 969

chabayar@zou.ac.zw

Registration Fee & Payment Details

$50

Registration Fee per chapter

Beneficiary

Zimbabwe Open University

Bank

CBZ (NOSTRO)

Account Number

01120005100287

Branch

6101

Swift Code

COBZZWHA

Faculty of Education, Department of Educational Studies