Empirical interdisciplinary research has explored the role of spatial ability in STEM learning
and achievement. While most of this research indicates that fostering spatial thinking in …

The need for sustainability-oriented K–12 engineering education that expands beyond the
classroom and the increased accessibility of educational technologies create an opportunity …

3D-printers enable end-users to design and fabricate unique physical artifacts but maintain
an increased entry barrier and friction. End users must design tangible artifacts through …

The study we discuss in this chapter explores issues and benefits of learning in school
makerspaces. A story of Bobby and Zack, two 6-Graders making a prototype of their …

Direct manipulation has been established as the main interaction paradigm for Computer-
Aided Design (CAD) for decades. It provides fast, incremental, and reversible actions that …

Rural students, schools, and communities have unique challenges that hinder academic
achievement, growth, and opportunities, compared to other locales. While there is a need to …

This paper elaborates on a series of Child-Computer Interaction courses conducted at three
universities in Germany. It emphasizes the integration of hands-on activities and a significant …

Aim and background Today, students are encouraged to develop spatial visualization ability
to meet the challenges of digital technologies impacting their daily life and education when …

This perspective paper explores the role of spatial thinking in design practices and
education by synthesizing insights from qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies …

Based on significant evidence of the benefit of increasing learners' levels of spatial ability, its
development has become a focal agenda for many educators, educational researchers, and …