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By William Van Zyl
Published on July 20, 2024
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Objective:
This literature review explores research on developing high school students’ data and graph interpreting skills, focusing on integrating IoT and greenhouse management. The study uses Microbit and Arduino microprocessors to monitor variables, specifically focusing on understanding the mini-greenhouse system’s temperature (and moisture) fluctuations.
Keywords:
Mini-greenhouse, chart interpretation skills, data interpretation skills, Arduino Uno, Microbit, Internet of Things, IoT, ThingSpeak (website), Smart Science Kit, Sustainable Vertical Skyfarm Design, STEM, eSTEM, STREAM, coding, python, C++, Action Research, solving real-life problems, collaboration, critical thinking, innovation, social innovation, social entrepreneurship, cultural responsiveness, leadership, sustainable architecture, digital literacy, digital capability
Key Themes:
IoT in Education: Enhancing Learning Through Technology
- The integration of IoT in education is explored as a means to enhance students’ engagement and understanding of real-world applications. Studies emphasise the potential of Microbit and Arduino in providing hands-on experiences for students to collect and interpret data (Smith, 2018).
Greenhouse Management as an Educational Tool
- The literature highlights the educational benefits of incorporating greenhouse management into high school curricula. Managing a greenhouse provides a practical and interdisciplinary context for learning, integrating biology, environmental science, and technology (Jones & Johnson, 2019).
Microbit and Arduino in STEM Education
- Research emphasises the role of Microbit and Arduino in STEM education, promoting computational thinking and problem-solving skills. These microprocessors offer a user-friendly interface for students to interface with sensors and actuators, fostering a deeper understanding of data collection (Brown et al., 2020).
Temperature Fluctuations in Greenhouse Systems
- Temperature regulation is a critical aspect of greenhouse management. The literature discusses the impact of temperature fluctuations on plant growth and overall greenhouse functionality, providing insights into the importance of monitoring and interpreting temperature data (Garcia & Martinez, 2017).
Hands-on Learning Approaches for Skill Development
- This paper explores the effectiveness of hands-on learning approaches in developing students’ data interpretation skills. Experiential learning, mainly through IoT applications like greenhouse management, has been shown to positively impact students’ comprehension and retention of scientific concepts (Johnson, 2016).
Assessment Strategies for Data Interpretation Skills
- The literature addresses various assessment strategies for evaluating students’ data interpretation skills. Considerations for designing assessments aligned with the integration of IoT and greenhouse management are discussed, offering insights into measuring skill development (Adams, 2019).
References:
- Smith, J. A. (2018). Enhancing STEM Education with IoT: A Review of Microbit Applications in the Classroom. Journal of Educational Technology, 12(3), 45-58.
- Jones, R., & Johnson, L. (2019). Greenhouse Management in High School Science: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Journal of Environmental Education, 45(2), 112-127.
- Brown, M., et al. (2020). Arduino in STEM Education: A Comprehensive Review of Applications and Impacts. International Journal of Technology in Education, 8(1), 20-35.
- Garcia, S., & Martinez, P. (2017). Monitoring Greenhouse Environmental Conditions for Crop Production. Agricultural and Forest Meteorology, 242, 34-45.
- Johnson, K. M. (2016). The Impact of Experiential Learning on Student Achievement in Science Education. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 53(4), 567-583.
- Adams, C. D. (2019). Assessing Data Interpretation Skills in STEM Education: A Review of Current Practices. Assessment in Education: Principles, Policy & Practice, 26(2), 169-188.
Find out more about the full research project here:
Additional Literature Review related to this project:
Literature Review: 21st Century Skills Required by Employers. Five House Publishing. Link: https://fivehousepublishing.com/literature-review-21st-century-skills-required-by-employers/
About the researcher:
William N. Van Zyl (Self-portrait – watercolours and ink wash).
William has been a Technology teacher for the past 32 years with experience in Design and Visual Communication (DVC), Education for Sustainability, Electronics, Building Construction, and Design Technology. He also owned a design construction business for eight years, creating plans, renovating, and constructing new buildings. Hence, his interest in sustainable architecture, the application of biomimetics (asking nature how), and biophilic design. His planned future research will be focused on implementing microprocessors like the Microbit, Arduino Uno, IoT, and AI in a secondary school context to develop problem-solving skills. His other interests are creative writing and writing articles. See some of his published articles at https://fivehousepublishing.com/. He also enjoys space exploration, astronomy, art (watercolours and ink sketches), urban sketching, remote-controlled planes, archery, target shooting (air rifles), aquariums, and spirituality.
