Florence IT, 24.09.2015
We are thrilled to share the success of our recent participation in the International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL) 2015, held from September 20th to 24th at the historic Palazzo dei Congressi in Florence, Italy. In collaboration with the University of Thessaly’s Special Education Department, Polytech presented groundbreaking research results demonstrating the effectiveness of our PCB 301 mobile science laboratory.
A Collaborative Effort with the University of Thessaly
The research showcased at the conference was a collaborative effort between Polytech and the University of Thessaly. Utilizing the PCB 301 mobile laboratory, students at the University of Thessaly Campus conducted a series of experiments designed to enhance their understanding of scientific concepts. Through a rigorous evaluation process, we observed a remarkable improvement in the students’ comprehension and engagement.
Presentation Highlights
The presentation, titled “The effect of teaching electric circuits switching from real to virtual lab or vice versa — A case study with junior high-school learners,” was well-received by the academic community at ICL 2015. The study, authored by C. Tsihouridis, D. Vavougios, G. S. Ioannidis, A. Alexias, C. Argyropoulos, and S. Poulios, detailed the significant educational benefits of transitioning between real and virtual laboratory environments. The findings underscore the versatility and effectiveness of the PCB 301 in enhancing science education.
The full citation for our conference proceedings is as follows:
C. Tsihouridis, D. Vavougios, G. S. Ioannidis, A. Alexias, C. Argyropoulos and S. Poulios, “The effect of teaching electric circuits switching from real to virtual lab or vice versa — A case study with junior high-school learners,” 2015 International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning (ICL), Firenze, Italy, 2015, pp. 643-649, doi: 10.1109/ICL.2015.7318102.
For those interested, the abstract can be accessed here.
Acknowledgments
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants, especially the students and faculty at the University of Thessaly, for their enthusiastic involvement and valuable contributions to this research. Their dedication has been instrumental in demonstrating the practical benefits of the PCB 301 mobile laboratory.
Looking Ahead
Polytech remains committed to advancing educational technologies and fostering collaborative research efforts. The positive outcomes from the PCB 301 mobile laboratory project affirm our mission to provide innovative solutions that enhance learning experiences. We look forward to furthering our research and sharing more exciting developments in the future.
For more information about the PCB 301 mobile science laboratory and to explore our other projects, please visit our PCB301 Lab presentation.
Stay tuned for more updates from Polytech as we continue to push the boundaries of educational innovation.
Thank you for your continuous support.
The Polytech Team