On April 2, 2025, Martina Landman from the TU Wien Informatics eduLAB conducted a workshop titled
“Unplugged Power: Solving Computing Problems Without Computers”
at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN).
The workshop focused on introducing unplugged and robotics-based activities that support the teaching of core computing concepts without the need for programming or computers. Through hands-on tasks such as a collaborative card-based sorting game and problem-solving with Ozobots, participants explored how fundamental algorithmic ideas can be made accessible and engaging—especially in K-12 education.
A visit to the Center for Creative Learning (CCL) at IITGN, which develops hands-on STEM resources, gave valuable insights into the development of creative, low-threshold educational tools.
Another highlight of the visit was the opportunity to attend a student project presentation led by Sunitha Vadivel Murugan from DA-IICT, showcasing a unique and creative approach to learning about sorting algorithms through physical interaction and storytelling.
Special thanks go to Aditi Kothiyal, who invited Martina Landman and supported the visit on-site.
