Virtual laboratories for distance learning in STEAM degrees

  1. Timiraos, Miriam 1
  2. Zayas-Gato, Francisco 1
  3. Michelena, Álvaro 1
  4. Arce, Elena 1
  1. 1 Universidade de A Coruña
Journal:
Revista de investigación en educación
  1. Pino Juste, Margarita R. (coord.)

ISSN: 1697-5200,  2172-3427

Year of publication: 2024

Issue Title: Aportaciones innovadoras desde la práctica educativa y comunitaria

Volume: 22

Issue: 1

Pages: 87-106

Type: Article

DOI: 10.35869/REINED.V22I1.5184 DIALNET GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openDialnet editor

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Abstract

This experience describes the design of virtual laboratories for online teaching in the field of industrial automation within the Master's program in Industrial Engineering at the University of A Coruña. The project engaged both national and international students in creating a virtual package sorting conveyor based on weight using Factory I/O and Unity Pro-XLS. The initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in educational contexts. A comparative assessment of student performance between traditional practical exercises and virtual labs yielded highly favourable results.

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