Innovations in Educational Robotics : Advancing AI for Sustainable Development

The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with robotics marks a pivotal moment in education, offering transformative possibilities that extend beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. Through scrutinizing the evolution of robotics-based curricula through an interdisciplinary lens, synergies are uncovered that not only enhance learning outcomes but also contribute to the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The intersection of robotics-based education and SDGs presents both challenges and opportunities for advancing the global sustainability agenda. Empowering educators to harness the potential of AI-driven robotics technologies is crucial for realizing the transformative impact of these innovations in education. Innovations in Educational Robotics: Advancing AI for Sustainable Development delves into the fusion of language arts and scientific inquiry, presenting a unique approach to educational robotics that integrates the elements of both disciplines. By blending the creativity and communication skills inherent in English with the problem-solving and discovery-driven nature of science, it explores new pathways for fostering innovation, critical thinking, and sustainable development. Covering topics such as learning theories, language tools, and test anxiety, this book is an excellent resource for language educators, curriculum developers, linguists, robotics engineers, professionals, researchers, scholars, academicians, and more.

Dr Ali Sorayyaei Azar is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Language and Literacy Education within the Faculty of Education, University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia. He also got his Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, Malaysia. In a career spanning 27 years, he has worked as an EFL/ESL senior lecturer, researcher, and curriculum developer in Iran, Turkey, Qatar, and Malaysia. He has published and presented research papers on his topic of interest namely Academic Discourse Analysis, Genre Analysis, Corpus Linguistics, TESL, Educational Technology, and English Language Teaching Strategies in several prestigious journals including GEMA Online@ Journal of Language Studies (UKM, Malaysia), Asian ESP Journal, Asian EFL Journal, Studies in English Language and Education, World Journal of English Language, and Education and Information Technologies (Springer). He is the head of MAAL- SIG (Research Methods in Applied Linguistics). He is also the Editor of three books, including ‘Reconceptions of Policies, Strategies, and Challenges in Education 5.0.’, ‘Innovations in Educational Robotics: Advancing AI for Sustainable Development’, and ‘Smart Education and Sustainable Learning Environments in Smart Cities’ published by IGI Global-Publisher, in the USA. Besides, Dr. Azar has been appointed as a member of the Editorial Board for several journals, including the Asian Journal of University Education (AJUE) indexed in Scopus- Q1, established by Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia; the International Journal of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics (IJMAL), established by Akademi Pengajian Bahasa (APB), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia; Education Quarterly Reviews- indexed in ERIC, established by the Asian Institute of Research, Indonesia; and the journal of Pragmatics and Discourse Research- indexed in Sinta 3, established by Perkumpulan Pengelola Jurnal Bahasa Sastra dan Pengajarannya (PPJBSIP), Indonesia. Scopus Author: 55561989000

Prof. Tariq Elyas is a full-tenured professor of Applied Linguistics at King Abdulaziz University, KAU (Saudi Arabia). He holds an MA in English Literature (USA) a PhD in Applied Linguistics (Australia), an LLM in International Law and Human Rights (UK), and a Post-Doctorate in Applied Linguistics from Newcastle University via the British Commonwealth Council (UK). Prof. Elyas’s areas of interest include global English, teacher identity, policy reform, the media, and female studies in the Middle East. Prof. Elyas has worked in numerous educational posts in Australia, the UK, the USA, and Saudi Arabia. Prof. Elyas has been assigned as an Associate Editor for the Wiley Encyclopedia of World Englishes-MENA Region, as well as the Tourism Section Editor for Routledge Resources Online-English in the Real World. Prof. Elyas has been the top-cited researcher in Saudi Arabia in the fields of Applied Linguistics and Education since 2014.

Muthmainnah , an esteemed Assistant Professor at Universitas Al Asyariah Mandar in West Sulawesi, Indonesia, boasts a remarkable career marked by multifaceted roles and significant contributions to academia. With a wealth of experience as a lecturer, global speaker, and international leader, she has held various prestigious positions within her university, including Chairman of the Indonesian Language Department, Public Relations Officer, and Deputy Director of the Language and Character Development Institute. She serves as an external examiner for PhD students at top-rated institutions globally, emphasizing her commitment to international collaboration and academic excellence. With an extensive online presence and a commitment to academic advancement, Muthmainnah is poised to make significant contributions to the global academic community.

Dr. Samantha Curle is a Reader in Education (Applied Linguistics) at the University of Bath, Director of all MRes programmes, and Institutional Academic Lead for the South-West Doctoral Training Partnership. She is also Adjunct Professor at Khazar University and an Associate Member of the EMI Oxford Research Group. Her research examines factors influencing academic achievement in EMI, including English proficiency and psychological constructs. She has published six edited books (one forthcoming) and her work appears in top journals such as Language Teaching, Applied Linguistics Review, and Studies in Higher Education. Her research spans Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America, with funding from the European Commission, British Academy Newton Fund, British Council, and national research councils in Hong Kong and Turkey. Dr Curle is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and the Royal Society of Arts.