Deep Conceptual Understanding Through Personalized Learning Paths - The Discovery Space Project
TalkDuring Astronomy Education in Schools in Practice
6th Shaw-IAU Workshop
Maria Luísa Almeida (NUCLIO - Núcleo Interativo de Astronomia e Inovação em Educação)
The Discovery Space project (https://discoveryspace.eu/) has designed an innovative Exploratory Learning Environment, known as Discovery Space, to enhance students' inquiry and problem-solving skills while interacting with virtual and remote labs. This environment aims to provide personalized support and guidance using AI-driven companions, enabling students to learn at their own pace and rhythm, and assuring true deep learning for all. Pilot scenarios cover topics such as the causes of the seasons, the phases of the moon, and landing on Mars, demonstrating how teachers, with the help of AI, can tailor educational experiences to individual needs.
About Maria Luísa Almeida
Maria Luísa Almeida is the Director of the Teacher Training Center at NUCLIO and a project manager at the same institution. She holds an MSc in Nuclear Physics/Astrophysics from the University of Lisbon and has taught Mathematics and Physics at the Instituto Superior de Educação e Ciências. Maria Luísa has extensive experience in teacher training and has collaborated closely with high and elementary schools to implement innovative science teaching methods, particularly through hands-on activities using new technologies.
