National Geographic KiDS' T-Rex Chatbot Educates Children
Hayley McGlone — July 27, 2016 — Tech
National Geographic KiDS partnered with +rehab studio to create the T.Rex chatbot to educate children about dinosaurs. Tina the T.Rex can interact with kids on Facebook Messenger.
The T.Rex chatbot is considered an edu-bot as it is oriented at educating kids about dinosaur facts. Tina encourages kids to ask about her appearance and to ask questions to learn about her life. The chatbot is currently available on the Facebook pages in the UK, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
The popularity of chatbots make it possible for kids to interact with technology to learn about the extinct T-Rex from 65 million years ago. The National Geographic KiDS chatbot is a continuation of various organizations using technology to educate kids in fun and interactive ways.
The T.Rex chatbot is considered an edu-bot as it is oriented at educating kids about dinosaur facts. Tina encourages kids to ask about her appearance and to ask questions to learn about her life. The chatbot is currently available on the Facebook pages in the UK, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
The popularity of chatbots make it possible for kids to interact with technology to learn about the extinct T-Rex from 65 million years ago. The National Geographic KiDS chatbot is a continuation of various organizations using technology to educate kids in fun and interactive ways.
Trend Themes
1. Education-focused Chatbots for Kids - The T.Rex chatbot is an example of an edu-bot that uses technology to educate children about dinosaur facts in a fun and interactive way.
2. Interactive Learning Through Chatbot Technology - The popularity of chatbots provides an opportunity for kids to interact with technology and learn about extinct creatures like the T-Rex from 65 million years ago.
3. Integration of Technology in Kids' Education - The National Geographic KiDS chatbot represents the increasing trend of using technology to engage and educate children in a playful manner.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - The T.Rex chatbot showcases the potential for chatbot technology to revolutionize education for children by providing interactive and engaging learning experiences.
2. Entertainment and Media - The National Geographic KiDS chatbot demonstrates how chatbot technology can be used to entertain and educate children, creating new opportunities for the entertainment and media industry.
3. Childcare and Education Services - The integration of chatbots like Tina the T.Rex into educational settings presents an opportunity for childcare and education service providers to enhance their offerings and engage children in a technologically advanced way.
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