Technology

Ozobot’s Three Rs: Reading, ‘Rithmetic, and Robots!

We’ve all heard the saying “Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic” to reference the most basic skills taught in our school days. Ozobots are used for teaching every letter in STEAM, meaning not just coding and computer science, but also subjects like Language Arts and Math. Therefore, we’ve come up with three Rs of our own—Reading, ‘Rithmetic, …

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How Robots Are Helping in the Fight Against Climate Change

The effects of climate change become more dramatic every year. As humans, we are experiencing changes in temperature and extreme natural disasters are sweeping across the world. Plants and animals are also affected by the changing climate, with delicate species at risk and crops dying in extreme heat and drought. Globally, robot developers and researchers …

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6 Female Movers and Shakers in STEAM, From Then to Now

This month marks the 98th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which granted American women the right to vote. Since long before 1920, women have been shaping progress in all parts of the world, playing integral if underrecognized roles in the development of scientific thought, engineering feats, and technological inventions. Here are just a few of …

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20 Artists/Engineers Using Science and Tech to Create Modern Masterpieces

Science, technology and engineering have always been a part of art. Ancient sculptors used physics when carving their creations, while painters mixed different organic materials and chemicals to make inks and paints. Today’s artists also use the tools available to them, pushing boundaries and technology to share their visions with the world. While each creator …

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How Special Effects Artists Use STEAM to Create Imaginative Visions

Special effects in film refer to a variety of different tools, tactics, and ideas. From real-life explosions that singe the eyebrows to digital dragons who swoop in and save the hero at the last second, it’s hard to imagine most movies without them. Technology has dramatically changed the movie-going experience and how we create films. …

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Artificial intelligence and how to explain AI to kids

How Parents Can Explain Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to their Kids

Students are increasingly exposed to concepts of artificial intelligence and machine learning at a young age. They might not know what these terms mean and turn to you for help. This is a challenge if you personally have never explored these concepts. Fortunately, there are plenty of tools and resources to help. Not only will …

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Painting and programming with Ozobot's Bob Belt

Painting & Programming: An Interview With Artist/Engineer Bob Belt

Our Artists & Engineers series replaces the actor/model with the artist/engineer,  a STEAM slash-something that is really worth looking up to. Get inspired by the individuals and collectives we interview, including Laetitia Sonami, Mitch Wenger, Arthur Ganson, and Ozobot’s own Bob Belt below, as they open up about the projects they’re excited about, where they think technology is headed, and what advice …

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Discover how art conservationists use STEAM skills to restore art pieces

How Art Conservationists Use STEAM Skills to Restore Priceless Works

One of the biggest mistakes that parents, teachers, administrators, and even kids make is separating science and technology from art. Not only is technology often used to create art, but artists use a variety of principles and elements from chemistry, biology, and physics to create their works. A watercolor painting is actually a science experiment …

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Rides, Waves, and Robots: an interview with artist and engineer Mitch Wenger

Rides, Waves, & Robots: An Interview with Engineer/Artist Mitch Wenger

Our Artists & Engineers series replaces the actor/model with the artist/engineer,  a STEAM slash-something that is really worth looking up to. Get inspired by the individuals and collectives we interview, including Laetitia Sonami and Ozobot’s own Mitch Wenger below, as they open up about the projects they’re excited about, where they think technology is headed, and what advice …

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