Effectiveness of using Arduino platform for the hybrid engineering education learning model

Abstract

There has been an increased focus in the recent days, on improving the quality of imparted knowledge to students by involving in project based learning model which combines the theoretical and practical aspect of subjects in engineering education. In order to refocus on the traditional methods of teaching and grow towards a more proactive method of learning, project based approaches are being considered for most of the courses in engineering fields. Students expertise and knowledge on the tools that require to design such projects are one of the challenges that faced this method. The main aim of this paper is to study the effectiveness and easiness of the usage of Arduino platform in project based learning based on the student's experiences and perspective in designing and developing undergraduate students design projects. This study has been realized by the means of conducting a paper based survey and student performance report in particular courses. The respondents of the survey are the students of the electrical engineering department in HCT Ruwais campus. The study conducted focused on the respondents' utilization of the Arduino platform and the outcomes. Results could be used to facilitate the use of Arduino platform for different levels of students in the light of project based learning model. The study also focusses on whether the students' interaction with Arduino has increased their participation in various co-curricular activities hence contributing to the students holistic development.