Miller Classwork

UPPER SCHOOL ~ Period 4/5

1. Do Now ~
   • Writing prompt #3 – Write a story about a kid or group of kids who discover humanoid life has taken up residence in the empty house down the street.
2. Read It – Robotics

PART A:  ScienceFlix Robotics – Reflection Questions.

In your Composition Book answer the following questions for Part A. Then complete Part B/C. Use complete sentences.

1. 1. Robotics is a form of _____________ – a science in which…..
   2. Where did the first practical automatic machines appear? What were they based on?
   3. The first use of the word “robot” was by the …..
   4. When and by whom was the first actual robot developed? What was its job?
   5. Today, industrial robots are available in two basic types: _____________ and ____________. Explain.
   6. Robots are commonly found in ____________, and the majority of them are simply stationary robot arms made up of ________links connected by ________.
   7. A robot is nothing more than a _____________  ___________________.
   8. Some robots can be programmed to ________________ and even _____________.
   9. The robot’s control computer may be programmed to exhibit some form of ____________  _____________.
   10. What are well suited for robotic automation?
   11. What are the various ways that robots are in action. Be specific and give examples.
   12. According to the article what is the impact of robots on society?

PART B: Dive Deeper –> Robot Technology

1. Read through the Robots Through History timeline then in your journal explain what surprised you or stood out to you and why?

PART C: Dive Deeper –> The Robots of Tomorrow

1. Read through Cutting Edge Robots and Types of Robots and then choose 4 different areas that interest you and explain your understanding of how it could impacts your life (use fiction if necessary).

Part D: The Three Laws of Robotics – In science fiction, The Three Laws of Robotics begin with this rule: A robot may not injure a human being, or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm. Make a list of books, movies, and comic strips that follow this rule. Make a second list of stories that break the rule. Which are your favorites?

Part E: Begin watching Spare Parts (Movie)