This session presents the STEM+A@Astronomy interdisciplinary program, which uses hands-on, experiential approaches to cultivate students’ observational skills and creative problem-solving. Drawing on the book Exploring Astronomy A to Z: Hands-On STEAM Space Science, the presentation highlights how low-cost materials and everyday resources can be combined with design thinking and environmental education to create accessible and engaging learning experiences. Activities such as stargazing, astrophotography, and light pollution monitoring help students develop scientific inquiry skills while fostering awareness of sustainability. This approach positions astronomy as a bridge between science, art, and humanity, offering an innovative and practical model for primary science and STEAM education.

Biography:

Exodus, also known as the ASTROMAN, is a transmedia astronomy educator, popular science author, STEAM educator, and science communicator in Hong Kong. He is recently the National Astronomy Education Coordinator (Chair of Hong Kong, China) of the International Astronomical Union, and President of Starrix (a local astronomical organization). Additionally, he was also an International Committee Member of the Dark Sky International, regularly organizing public lectures at the Hong Kong Space Museum and the Hong Kong Science Museum. He was also the author of a popular science book “Decoding the Starry Night: A Guide to Stargazing and Astrophotography”.He promotes popular science in multiple disciplines and research on interdisciplinary approach