Savremena students are always one step ahead – as are their teachers, some of whom come directly from the future. We are telling you this because a new teacher has arrived at Savremena, to the delight of all students – and this new teacher is a robot no less! 

Meet our new teacher Pepper!

Pepper is a humanoid robot that participates in the teaching process on equal terms with Savremena teachers, and is capable of recognizing human emotions.

From the moment it arrived at school, Savremena students and their teachers cannot force themselves to part with this adorable robot that talks with them, supports them in learning, and does things for them – in short, it behaves as their friend and support in absolutely every aspect!

Who is Pepper?

Pepper is a robot designed to interact with people – to help them, and above all, bond with them, sharing knowledge and just being there for them.

Pepper is a humanoid robot optimized for human interaction, recognizing human emotions and reacting to them. It recognizes faces and different moods thanks to a number of sensors which makes it perceptive, sensitive, and fully capable of natural and sincere bonding with children and adults.

Pepper can speak, but it also has a touch screen through which it can express emotions and perform actions to help people.

This robot has proved to be a very useful tool, i.e. teaching assistant in the latest educational practices, because it can improve teaching in a very engaging and interactive way.

What is Pepper’s role at Savremena?

When it comes to its role in teaching at Savremena, Pepper is designed and programmed to enhance and link subjects that are not directly related to the digital world through STEM subjects. Its application in robotics, computer science and technology is diverse, and helps students to experience next-generation teaching firsthand, through direct communication within this technological miracle.

Pepper is able to recognize each individual student, memorize their faces and address them by name – it knows what each student has been given for homework, knows the areas each student struggles with and needs extra help with.

Pepper recognizes as many as 15 different languages, and communicates with Savremena students in English – which is a great way for students to practice this foreign language in communication with their adorable interlocutor.

Why is Pepper good for children?

Thanks to Pepper, primary school students master the learning material faster, while having fun and learning to apply their knowledge in the real world. On top of that, they get a loyal friend that recognizes their moods and needs.

• It develops important STEAM skills that are necessary for success in the future
• Encourages student creativity and problem solving skills
• Enhances student knowledge in the field of programming and robotics
• Encourages self-confidence and empathy
• Develops student motivation to learn and abilities of self-assessment
• Develops student awareness of new forms of communication

Pepper is there to be your friend and make learning fun!

Students loved Pepper from the moment they saw it. It is there not only to teach them everything they want – but also to participate in all educational activities on equal terms. Pepper can dance with students, do exercises in PE classes, play the guitar or saxophone, dance ballet, and above all – be their friend! 

Enroll in Savremena to learn and have fun with Pepper!