The STEM4Humanities project is proud to announce the successful completion of WP2, a significant step forward in bridging the gap between STEM and humanities education. This milestone underscores our commitment to equipping humanities professors with essential STEM skills and fostering innovative, interdisciplinary teaching approaches.
As part of WP2, the project partners developed a comprehensive self-assessment tool tailored to humanities professors. This tool enabled participants to evaluate their proficiency in core STEM areas like:
- Engineering and design thinking
- Generative AI and innovation
- Manipulative skills
- Information processing and communication
- Data interpretation and analysis
- Problem-solving and ICT proficiency
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Problem-based learning
- Project-based learning
- Scientific investigation
- Computational thinking
- Creativity
- Technological skills
Over 100 humanities professors enthusiastically engaged with the self-assessment process, providing valuable insights into their current skill sets.
The results from the self-assessment were carefully analyzed to inform the development of a 10-hour online mini-course. Guided by the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Framework and the ADDIE Model, the course was designed to meet the specific needs of humanities professors seeking to integrate STEM principles and methodologies into their teaching.
The training attracted 70 professors from across Europe, including participants from Italy, Poland, Ukraine, Georgia, Greece, France, and Lithuania. The course provided them with practical knowledge and skills to adopt STEM teaching methods within the context of humanities education.
Participants’ feedback highlighted the course’s success in meeting and exceeding their expectations. The carefully curated content and innovative approach ensured a meaningful and engaging learning experience for all. The completion of WP2 would not have been possible without the dedication of our project partners and the active involvement of the participating professors. Their commitment underscores the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in shaping the future of education.