Students with chronic illness often get only a few hours of education a week. Telepresence robots could let them participate fully in classroom and school activities.
Computers can become virtual companions, teachers, coaches and therapists. They can incorporate awareness of physical surroundings with human needs, preferences and even personality.
It may feel strange shaking a robot hand, but it has the same effect.
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Would you let this man chastise you for your work performance?
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