Ozobot has announced the launch of Ari, its app-driven educational robot, which is now available in the United States and internationally. Shipments are set to begin in March 2025. The company describes Ari as a tool designed to transform how students learn STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and core academic subjects. It is targeted at a wide range of educational levels, from Pre-K to university.
Ari features an Android-powered touchscreen and a customizable app ecosystem that allows for differentiated learning experiences. It is equipped with an extensive sensor suite, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, infrared, time-of-flight, and pick-up sensors. These features enable interactive and physical engagement with lessons, aiming to enhance retention and understanding. Students can program Ari using multiple methods, including Color Codes, Ozobot Blockly, and Python, with additional programming options planned for the future.
The robot also integrates into existing curriculums, offering over 100 newly designed, standards-aligned lessons across STEM, computer science, and other core subjects. It is compatible with Ozobot’s Editor tool, allowing for multi-robot programming and interaction. According to the company, Ari supports active learning approaches that research suggests can improve information retention by up to 75%.
Andy Fathollahi, Ozobot’s CEO, emphasized that Ari is not limited to teaching coding but aims to prepare students for a technology-driven world by fostering hands-on and interactive learning experiences.