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This Roboticist-Turned-Teacher Built a Life-Size Replica of ENIAC

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Roboticist-turned-teacher Tom Burick has constructed a life-size replica of ENIAC to enhance the learning experience of his neurodivergent students by connecting them with history. Burick, who is dedicated to incorporating technology and history into his teaching, poses with his robots Otto, Vincent, and Maria, each with its unique role. This project aims to provide a hands-on approach to teaching computer history and robotics, offering students a tangible connection to the past. Burick's innovative approach showcases the intersection of robotics, education, and historical technology in a practical and engaging manner.

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