Exploring the Transformative Integration of Immersive Makerspace for Teaching Abstract Science Concepts

• In Event: DELT- Science Learning in Immersive Environments

Short Description

This conference proposal outlines the design and implementation of an Immersive Makerspace (IM) using the Mozilla Hubs, a social open source Virtual Reality (VR) platform accessible across geographical boundaries. This Design-Based Research (DBR) study aims to explore the effectiveness and challenges of making in the IM and investigate the use of VR in promoting learning about abstract concepts among elementary students, with a focus on the professional development of rural teachers.

Authors

• Contributor: Kirtika Panwar, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Ericka Eppler, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Clement Abai, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Areej Mansour, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Matthew Christian, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Payton Walters, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Fatima Rezaie Rezaie Navaie, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Adam Schovanec, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Olaitan Kushimo, Oklahoma State University

• Contributor: Tutaleni I. Asino, Oklahoma State University