Advanced Skill Certificate in Robot Social Skills Training
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm excited to have Dr. Jane Robertson, an expert in Robot Social Skills Training and the instructor for the Advanced Skill Certificate in Robot Social Skills Training. Welcome, Jane! GUEST: Thank you for having me! I'm looking forward to our conversation. HOST: So, let's start with you, Jane. Can you tell us about a personal experience that led you to specialize in robot social skills training? GUEST: Absolutely! I was working on a project where we introduced robots into nursing homes. Seeing how robots struggled to interact with elderly residents made me realize the importance of social skills in robotics. HOST: That's fascinating! Now, what current industry trends do you think are most relevant to this course? GUEST: There's a growing emphasis on robots that can collaborate with humans in various fields, such as healthcare, education, and customer service. This course addresses that trend by focusing on developing robots' social skills. HOST: I see. And what are some challenges you face when teaching this subject? GUEST: One challenge is helping students understand that effective communication with robots goes beyond just programming. It involves understanding human emotions, empathy, and behavior. HOST: That sounds challenging, indeed. Now, looking to the future, where do you see robot social skills training heading? GUEST: I believe we'll see an increasing need for experts who can develop and maintain robots' social skills, making them more approachable and effective in their interactions with humans. HOST: It's a rapidly evolving field, for sure. Thanks for sharing your insights, Dr. Robertson! GUEST: My pleasure! It was great discussing this topic with you. HOST: And thank you, listeners, for tuning in. If you're interested in learning more about robot social skills training, check out our Advanced Skill Certificate course. Until next time, stay curious!
