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Join the SSN online for 2025 visiting Scholar Amit Kumar's seminar "Beyond the Classroom: How AI is Revolutionising STEM education".
Join the SSN, CDII and Centre for Regenerating Futures for this interdisciplinary seminar by 2025 SSN Visiting Scholar Dr Amit Kumar (Chitkara University). Amit will be joined in discussion by Luke Heemsbergen and Peta White after his talk, which will be chaired by the SSN’s Thuong Hoang.
For this seminar, participants will have two registration options
1.) register to attend via Zoom (a link will be sent to you via Eventbrite before the seminar). This will allow you take part in the discussion.
2.) register for the YouTube livestream. A recording of the livestream will be hosted on our YouTube page.
Beyond the Classroom: How AR is Revolutionising STEM Education
Augmented Reality (AR) is transforming the landscape of STEM education, taking learning beyond the confines of traditional classrooms. This talk delves into how AR is reshaping the way students engage with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics by turning abstract concepts into interactive, immersive experiences. From visualizing complex biological processes to simulating engineering designs and conducting virtual lab experiments, AR bridges the gap between theory and practice, making learning more dynamic and accessible.
We will explore real-world applications of AR in education, its ability to foster creativity and critical thinking, and its potential to democratize access to high-quality STEM resources. By enhancing engagement and understanding, AR is not just a tool but a catalyst for inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers. We will also discuss more on Web-based AR tools developed to teach and evaluate fundamental concepts of embedded systems for university-level students. Join us to discover how AR is revolutionizing STEM education and preparing students for a future driven by technology and innovation.
Speaker Bio
Dr. Amit Kumar is a passionate educator and researcher with over 13 years of teaching experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering and Technology, specializing in Augmented Reality for Engineering Education. Dr. Kumar completed his bachelor’s degree from Kurukshetra University, Haryana, in 2009 and his master’s degree from Chitkara University, Punjab, in 2015.
His expertise spans Rapid Prototyping, Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded Systems, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, Image Processing, Web Development, Machine Learning, and Robotics. Dr. Kumar has published over 29 research papers in international journals and conferences and has conducted more than 30 workshops and expert sessions on cutting-edge technologies.
Recognized for his contributions, he was awarded the AWS Cloud Ambassador by Amazon in 2019 and honored as a Mentor for promoting Industry-Academia partnerships in 2020. He also received the Young Emerging Leader Award at Chitkara University in 2019. With two design patents granted and nine filed, Dr. Kumar is currently heading the Electronique Design Centre at Chitkara University, Punjab, driving innovation and research in engineering education.
Discussant bios
Dr Luke Heemsbergen‘s research and teaching light fires and build bridges between digital communication and everyday life. He makes new technolgical relations and power structures visible and knowable. His research approach incorporates Communication and Science and Technology Studies to engage the social study of diverse technological subjects (e.g. WikiLeaks, 3D printing, Augmented Reality, and antagonistic algorithms) with diverse national and international partners.
Peta J. White is an Associate Professor in Science and Environmental Education at Deakin University. Peta Co-directs the Centre for Regenerating Futures. The Centre supports transdisciplinary collaboration between researchers who are committed to addressing Anthropocene challenges, decolonising knowledges and taking a transformative approach to ecological justice.
The Zoom seminar will be livestreamed here.
Event Contact:
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