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Transform the city into a learning laboratory ... ... where students and teachers explore contemporary urban challenges together through scientific methods and experimentation. The ambition of SteamCity is to enable students to become actors in their territory by combining active construction, scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and civic engagement, from their classroom to the heart of their community.

Question our behaviours to build together

Experiment through field testing

Jointly developing solutions to current societal challenges

Rigorous review of our practices to understand the impact of our choices on territorial sustainability

Rigorous and engaging investigations, where the city becomes an experimental ground

Rooted within the SDGs and building bridges to communities to develop sustainable citizen responses

SteamCity - Our experimentation service

Examples of SteamCity Applications

Pedagogical Roadmap

Discover our 5 interconnected themes to approach the learning city

Draw inspiration from our experimentation actions and impact analysis

Collaboration and Community

SteamCity Methodology

Share your achievements and data freely using SteamCity tools and partnerships

Understanding our protocol development methodology - Access to editable models

Connected Learning in the Field

SteamCity Resources - Protocols

Access all SteamCity experimentation protocols available for classroom use

The smart city? Understanding the use of sensors and AI

City Modelling

STEAM and Inclusivity: Our Commitment

From classroom to field - Help understand its challenges - Creative tips and examples

Discover ways to implement inclusive STEAM protocols

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Introduction to our educational roadmap

In a world where everything is accelerating more and more (technology, environment, society), to the point of dizzying adults with the challenges that life holds for them, today's youth must face the uncertainties of an era where society, climate, and biodiversity can change radically within a lifetime.

Unlike previous generations for whom the term “change” could mean “progress” or “improvement in living conditions” in the collective imagination, this generation already talks about collapse, which impacts their ability to develop, take ownership of their world, and project themselves calmly. Indeed, phenomena of eco-anxiety and depression are increasing among teenagers and young adults. It is estimated that nearly 60% of 16 to 25-year-olds report suffering from eco-anxiety in various parts of the planet. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1279847924000314) Based on the idea that education is a tool that helps better understand the world around us, find our place in it, and choose how we want to leave our mark, the Steam City project aims to enrich the range of activities that secondary school teachers can rely on to bring major societal issues into their classrooms (with a good dose of fun!). Thus, through our five themes covering questions about the city of tomorrow through governance, the role of new technologies and IT, energy, pollution, and biodiversity, this work offers several ways to help students grasp key concepts that will enable them to understand, question, and project themselves. We hope this work can serve as a foundation for teachers across Europe to start discussions in the classroom on these themes, but also (and most importantly) that it is just a starting point for developing tools and protocols tailored to each class. We want students and educational teams to take ownership of the question of the city of tomorrow and perhaps co-construct solutions to the challenges it will face.

SteamCity - Educational Roadmap

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A STEAM parcours to understand, explore, and imagine the city ...

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Citizen engagement, governance, and data

Environment, well-being, and public health

Artificial intelligence and new technologies

Energy efficiency

Sustainable mobility, transport, and regulation

Understanding city management, institutions, citizen participation

Observing environmental quality and urban comfort

Understanding artificial intelligence and questioning its role in the city

Identifying energy sources, proposing savings

Analyzing flows, exploring mobility of the future

Access the "Educational Roadmap - Sheet n°1"

SteamCity - Educational Roadmap

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... of testing in the field, an active, creative, and collaborative course!

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Collaborative learning and actions on the ground

Learning through problem-solving

Learning through construction and experimentation

Learning through data using sensors

Learning through citizen and scientific investigation

Learning through simulation and role-playing

Act concretely and positively transform your neighbourhood

Facing complex urban challenges, develop creativity and systemic thinking

Manipulate to understand: when hands awaken scientific thinking

Transform the city into a digital laboratory where every data tells a story

Become detectives of their territory to uncover hidden urban mysteries

Explore urban possibilities by embodying the actors of city transformation

Access the "Educational Roadmap - Sheet No. 2"

SteamCity - Methodology and Models

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Disseminate the results Some sharing platforms, good practices of open data

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Questioning

Find the research question and explore the issue, generate hypotheses

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Synthesis

Draw conclusions, organise peer review Research article template

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Investigation

Verify hypotheses through experimentationStandardised experimental protocols

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Practical application

Make results visible through engaging scientific communication

SteamCity - Protocols and resources

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Modalities-based approach

Discipline-based approach

Theme-based approach

Study question approach

6 pedagogical modalities: experimentation, data and sensors, investigation, simulation and games, problem-solving, fieldwork

6 disciplines: physics/chemistry, biology, technology, arts, history-geography, civic education

5 themes: citizenship, environment/well-being, mobility, energy, AI

14 questions addressed from the perspectives of the student, the city, and experimentation

Approach by discipline

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Civic Education

Biology Life and Earth Sciences

Technology and engineering

History Geography

Physics Chemistry

Visual arts, design

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Civics protocols

FactBusters - Deciphering the real from the false

Negawatt Scenario and Energy Conservation

Urban Detective Challenge

Simulating urban management and public service coordination during a crisis

Demystifying pseudo-sciences and common misconceptions through the scientific method

Exploring personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

Energies in Perspective

Data vs. Context

The Odyssey of AI

Exploring different forms of energy and their environmental and social impacts

Understanding the importance of context in interpreting urban data through role-playing

Discover urban sensors and debate the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

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History and Geography protocols

City Detective Challenge

Flower GuardiansPollinator Monitoring

Road Signs of Tomorrow

Simulate urban management and coordination of public services during a crisis

Observe and count urban pollinators to understand biodiversity

Create new signage and test recognition by AI

Shine Smart, Shine Bright

Energies in Perspective

Energy Mix Simulator

Explore different forms of energy and their environmental and social impacts

Analyze the impact of urban lighting on safety, comfort, and the environment

Model and simulate different energy transition scenarios

Negawatt Scenario and Energy Conservation

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Identify bird species through sound recognition and artificial intelligence

Explore personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

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Physics and Chemistry Protocols

Outdoor Air Quality

Bot Buddy Adventure

Indoor CO2 Measurement

Whisper Walls

Experimenting with soundproofing materials

Monitoring pollution and weather correlations

Building sensors to analyse indoor air

Creating an urban assistance chatbot

Mobility Regulations

Connected Object Safari

Trees vs. Cars

Energy Mix Simulator

Classifying vehicles by decision trees

Programming the impact of autonomous vehicles

Simulating energy transition scenarios

Designing urban connected objects

From Insulated Walls to Cool Cities

Energies in Perspective

Negawatt Scenario

Exploring energy sources and their impacts

Exploring energy choices through history

Studying thermal insulation of buildings

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Bio-inspired learning processes

Protocols of technology

The Odyssey of AI

Discovering reinforcement learning

Discovering urban sensors and AI ethics

Data vs. Context

Outdoor air quality

Understanding the importance of context in data

Mobility regulation

Monitoring pollution and weather correlations

Bot Buddy Adventure

Programming the impact of autonomous vehicles

Creating an urban assistance chatbot

Urban greening and AI

Light vs. Zzz

Studying the impact of pollution on sleep

Trees vs. Cars

Creating green walls adapted to the territory

Connected objects safari

Classifying vehicles with decision trees

Designing urban connected objects

Decibel Detective

SoundSquad

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Optimised waste sorting

Measuring the impact of noise on learning

Mapping urban noise nuisances

Automatically classifying waste with AI

Recognising bird species through sound AI

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Protocols of biology, life sciences and earth sciences

Urban Vegetation and AI

Shine Smart, Shine Bright

Creating green walls adapted to the territory

Analyzing the impact of urban lighting

Indoor CO2 Measurement

Outdoor Air Quality

Understanding the importance of context in data

Mobility regulation

Monitoring pollution and weather correlations

Energies in perspective

Programming the impact of autonomous vehicles

Exploring energy sources and their impacts

The flower guardians

Light vs. Zzz

Bio-inspired learning processes

Studying the impact of pollution on sleep

Trees vs. Cars

Observing and counting urban pollinators

Classifying vehicles with decision trees

Discovering reinforcement learning

Decibel Detective

SoundSquad

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Optimised waste sorting

Measuring the impact of noise on learning

Mapping urban noise nuisances

Automatically classifying waste with AI

Recognising bird species by sound AI

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Protocols of arts, visual arts and design

SoundSquad

Road Signs of Tomorrow

Emotional and sensory mapping of noise and comparison of perceptions using sensors

Create new signage panels and test their recognition by AI

Connected objects safari

Urban greening and AI

Create and design green walls adapted to territories and weather

Designing and prototyping connected objects suited to urban needs

Theme-based approach

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Citizen engagement, governance and data

Artificial intelligence and new technologies

Environment, well-being and public health

Sustainable mobility, transport and regulation

Energy efficiency

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Theme. Citizen engagement, governance and data

FactBusters - Deciphering truth from falsehood

Urban Detective Challenge

Bot Buddy Adventure

Create a conversational agent to improve urban accessibility and information

Simulate urban management and coordination of public services during a crisis

Demystifying pseudo-sciences and commonplaces through the scientific method

Data vs. Context

The Odyssey of AI

Understanding the importance of context in interpreting urban data through role-playing

Discover urban sensors and discuss the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

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Theme. Environment, well-being and public health

Decibel Detective

Whisper Walls - Exploring the sound of silence

Outdoor Air Quality

Indoor CO2 Measurement

Measuring the impact of noise on learning

Monitoring pollution and weather correlations

Building sensors to analyse indoor air

Testing soundproofing materials

Light vs. Zzz

The Guardians of Flowers

SoundSquad

Trees vs. Cars

Studying the impact of pollution on sleep

Mapping urban noise nuisances

Classifying vehicles using decision trees

Observing urban pollinators

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Mobility Regulations

Optimised Waste Sorting

Urban Greening and AI

Programming the impact of autonomous vehicles

Recognising bird species using sound AI

Automatically classifying waste with AI

Creating green walls suited to the territory

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Theme. Energy efficiency

Negawatt Scenario and Energy Sobriety

Energies in Perspective

Energy mix simulator

Explore different forms of energy and their environmental and social impacts

Model and simulate different energy transition scenarios

Explore personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

From Insulated Walls to Cool Cities

Shine Smart, Shine Bright

Study thermal insulation materials and analyse energy losses in buildings

Analyze the impact of urban lighting on safety, comfort, and the environment

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Theme. Sustainable mobility, transport, and regulation

Smart ObjectSafari

Road Signs of Tomorrow

Environmental impact of mobility regulation

Create new signage panels and test their recognition by AI

Design and prototype connected objects suited to urban needs

Analyze the impact of autonomous vehicles on the urban environment

Trees vs. Cars

Use decision trees to classify vehicles based on their environmental impact

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Theme. Artificial intelligence, new technologies

Bot Buddy Adventure

Trees vs. Cars

Tomorrow's road signs

Use decision trees to classify vehicles based on their environmental impact

Create a conversational agent to improve accessibility and urban information

Create new signage and test their recognition by AI

Optimised waste sorting

Urban greening and AI

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Create and design green walls adapted to territories and weather conditions

Identify bird species through sound recognition and artificial intelligence

Develop an automatic waste classification system using artificial intelligence

The Odyssey of AI

Bio-inspired learning processes

Discover urban sensors and debate the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

Discover reinforcement learning

Approach by question

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How to design a sustainable city collectively?

How does AI learn compared to a human?

How does our territory function?

Can Artificial Intelligence be creative?

How to give meaning to data?

How does digital connect to the territory?

What is the impact of urban pollution on quality of life?

How to avoid energy loss and waste?

What is the impact of mobility policies on quality of life?

How to assess human impact on energy consumption?

What is the impact of human activities on biodiversity?

What is the impact of regulation on mobility?

What is the impact of construction choices on quality of life?

How to consider ethics in autonomous mobility?

How to collectively design a sustainable city? Exploring the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Identifying effective strategies to involve communities in urban design, using the agile method in urban planning, exploring the integration of technology in urban design projects.

Hamburg

Right to the city as a common good for all

At school

In the SDGs

Buenos Aires

Education civic

History Geography

Technology and engineering

Tactical urban planning in service of communities

In research

Dublin

Ashraf, A., Garvey, T. (2020): Model for designing sustainable cities

Chen, YT. (2011): Technological roadmap for a sustainable city

Schwimmer, E., Schaufler, C. (2023): Adapting urban spaces to agile urban planning

Transforming public services collectively

Protocols

How does our territory work? Explore the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Identify key decision-making processes, actors, and public services in urban governance, engage stakeholders, and find a balance in political decision-making.

Vancouver

CityStudio - Co-constructing urban projects

At school

In the SDGs

Dublin

Education civic

History Geography

Citizens' assemblies on urban topics

In research

Barcelona

Kuznetsov, M. et al. (2020): Technologies for governance of smart cities

Guillen, P., Komac, U. (2020): Urban governance for the public good

Ignatyev, M. et al. (2016): Urban governance facing uncertainty

Decidim - Digital governance for citizens

Protocols

How to make sense of data? Exploring the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Data collection and analysis in urban design, data reliability, bias management, improving data mastery, and ethical considerations in data collection and use.

New York

Mapping inequalities in access to public services

At school

In the SDGs

Helsinki

Education civic

Technology and engineering

Open data platform and related tools

In research

Copenhagen

Lehmann, J., Huber, E. (2019): Typology of emotional data contextualisation

Trovati, M. (2023): Contextualisation in data science

Gläser, C., Spree, U. (2022): Data literacy access points

Using data to improve urban resilience

Protocols

What is the impact of urban pollution on quality of life? Overview of the topic

In the city

Topics covered: Correlation between noise levels and learning abilities, impact of light pollution on sleep, and mapping of areas with poor air quality.

London

Real-time mapping of air pollution

At school

In the SDGs

Paris

Biology Earth and Life Sciences

Real-time mapping of noise levels

Education Civic

Technology and engineering

In research

Flagstaff

Sala, E., & Rantala, L. (2016). Acoustics and activity noise in classrooms

Morillas, J.M.B. et al. (2018). Noise and urban planning

Patel, P.C. (2019). Light pollution and its impact on sleep quality

Global leader in protecting the night sky

Protocols

What is the impact of human activities on biodiversity? Covering the topic

In the city

Topics covered: Impacts of human actions on biodiversity in urban areas, urban planning strategies for biodiversity, and effects of artificial light on biodiversity.

Berlin

Creation of ecological corridors within the city

At school

In the SDGs

Stockholm

Biology Science and Technology

Education Civics

PhysicsChemistry

History and Geography

5 parks labelled "Urban Quiet Park" for biodiversity

In research

Melbourne

Sordello, R. et al. (2019). Impact of noise pollution on biodiversity

Raap, T. et al. (2015). Light pollution and sleep in wild animals

Ioja, C., Breuste, J. (2020). Urban protected areas and urban biodiversity

Honey on rooftops for pollinator conservation

Protocols

What is the impact of construction choices on quality of life? Explore the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Impact of construction materials on thermal regulation, durability of materials, and the correlation between materials and noise levels in the city.

Los Angeles

Cool Roof programme for temperature regulation

At school

In the SDGs

Toronto

History Geography

PhysicsChemistry

Sustainable building standards

In research

Fribourg

Barclay, M. et al. (2012). Correlation between noise and ventilation performance

Wang, X. et al. (2015). Acoustic performance of balconies

Azimi, M. (2017). Noise reduction in buildings using absorbing materials

Eco-neighbourhoods that are notable and sustainable

Protocols

How to avoid energy loss and waste? Addressing the issue

In the city

Issues addressed: The impact of public lighting on energy savings and well-being, the influence of insulation materials on indoor temperature and residents' comfort.

Los Angeles

Transition to LED lightingurban

At school

In the SDGs

Reykjavik

Biology SVT

Technology and engineering

Physics Chemistry

Pioneer in geothermal energy use

In research

Gand

Choi, H.J., et al. (2018). Insulating materials and thermal aging

Leccese, F. (2013). Intelligent lighting with ZigBee network

Rajendhar, P., et al. (2021). Energy-efficient smart public lighting

One-stop shop to improve home energy efficiency

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How to evaluate human impact on energy consumption? Overview of the question

In the city

Topics addressed: Relationship between energy consumption and lifestyles, role of education and awareness in promoting sustainable practices, and influence of public policies on energy consumption patterns.

London

Green Schools - Energy efficiency at school

At school

In the SDGs

Manchester

Biology SVT

Physics Chemistry

Help citizens with energy renovation

In research

Melbourne

El Amri, D. (2020). Resistance to responsible energy behaviours

Gezmen, B. (2021). Energy-saving policies: CSR projects

Niu, Z. et al. (2021). Energy demand via smart meters

Assist citizens with sustainable energy practices

Protocols

What is the impact of mobility policies on quality of life? Overview of the issue

In the city

Issues addressed: Social implications of mobility policies, environmental effects of sustainable transport options, behaviour changes related to mobility regulations.

Konya

Bicycle Tram - Renovation of trams for cyclists

At school

In the SDGs

Tampere

Biology SVT

Education Civic

History Geography

Efforts to link sustainable mobility and health issues

In research

Charlotte

Schenkel, W., Oetterli, D. (2008). Competitiveness and social cohesion: transport policy

Lah, O. (2021). Political strategies to reduce emissions in transport

Song, Y.M., Kim, S.A. (2016). Predictive system for improving road traffic

Traffic control to limit air pollution

Protocols

What is the impact of regulation on mobility? Overview of the issue

In the city

Issues addressed: Impact of regulation on mobility, road safety awareness, effectiveness of connected objects in smart cities, interaction of connected objects with external environment.

Los Angeles

Program and action plan to secure roads

At school

In the SDGs

Pittsburgh

Biology Science and Technology

Technology and engineering

Arts Design

History and Geography

Pilot city for autonomous vehicle use

In research

Breda

García-Garrido, M.Á. et al. (2005). Detection of signals in assisted driving

Sablani, P. et al. (2018). Cloud services for autonomous robotic cars

Gadamsetty, V.S.G. et al. (2018). Traffic regulation system to prevent accidents

Smart traffic lights for cyclists

Protocols

How to consider ethics in autonomous mobility? Overview of the topic

In the city

Issues addressed: Ethical implications of auto-mobility, technological influence on ethical standards, effectiveness of educational programs to promote ethical behaviour, role of government regulations.

Gothenburg

Experimental program Drive Me

At school

In the SDGs

Milton Keynes

Education Civics

History Geography

Arts Design

Secure autonomous shuttle trial

In research

Pittsburgh

Arfini, S. et al. (2023). Inclusive design and automation of driving

Ferdman, A. (2022). Ethics of well-being in autonomous vehicles

Nyholm, S. (2023). Responsibility gaps and autonomous vehicles

Pilot city for autonomous vehicle use

Protocols

How does AI learn compared to a human? Explore the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Adaptive learning, reinforcement and bio-inspired learning, data quality, influence of training data.

New York

Reinforcement learning in municipal services

At school

In the SDGs

Helsinki

Biology Life Sciences

Technology and engineering

Partner of AI4CITIES in the mobility sector

In research

Lellis Rossi et al. (2024) - Constructive learning for cognitive agents

Chou, JS., Molla, A. (2022). Bio-inspired algorithm "jellyfish" for optimisation

Han et al. (2023) - Multi-agent environment with reinforcement learning

Protocols

Can Artificial Intelligence be creative? Exploring the question

In the city

Addressed issues: AI's creative potential, AI-human partnerships in innovation, evaluation of challenges and opportunities of AI-generated creativity.

Vancouver

"Unnumbered Sparks" – Aaron Koblin and Janet Echelman

At school

In the SDGs

Los Angeles

Technology and engineering

ArtsDesign

ConvergenceLA - Refik Anadol

In research

Montreal

Su (2021) - Analysis of AI applications in the creative field

Abu Owda et al. (2023) - Impact of AI teaching on creative thinking

Varghese (2021) - Creative work versus artificial intelligence

MUTEK Digital Creativity Festival

Protocols

How does digital connect to the territory? Exploring the question

In the city

Issues addressed: Diversity of sensors and data collection devices, data ownership, omnipresence of AI at the urban scale, privacy issues related to data collection devices.

Barcelona

Robin des bois de la donnée et projet DECODE

At school

In the SDGs

London

Education Civic

History Geography

Technology and engineering

"Smart London Plan" - Use of digital technology by citizens

In research

Santander

Averkyna and Krasiuk (2024) - AI applied to urban transport management

Anda et al. (2023) - AI and IoT for urban water management

Luusua et al. (2023) - Urban AI in smart cities

The city with 20,000 sensors, a model of the smart city

Protocols

Approach by pedagogical modalities

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Learning through problem-solving and algorithmic logic

Learning through construction and experimentation

Learning through connected sensors and data

Collaborative learning and actions in the field

Learning through simulation and role-playing games

Learning through scientific investigation

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Learning through construction and experimentation

Indoor CO2 measurement

Optimised waste sorting

Insulated walls for cool cities

Whisper Walls

Experimentation with soundproofing materials

Assembly of CO2 sensors with LED display

Development of classification algorithms

Direct testing of insulating materials

Outdoor air quality

Decibel Detective

Mobility regulation

Connected objects safari

Deployment of automated sensors

Construction of pollution sensors

Programming autonomous vehicles in C++

Prototyping of smart objects

Urban greening and AI

Bot Buddy Adventure

SoundSquad

Manufacturing of sound sensors for mapping

Installation of green walls suitable for real zones

Creation of conversational agents

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Use of connected sensors and data

Indoor CO2 measurement

Light vs. Zzz

SoundSquad

Whisper Walls

Pollution and sleep data collection

Objective data versus subjective perceptions

Quantification of acoustic efficiency

Automated air quality data collection

From insulated walls to cool cities

Outdoor air quality

Urban greening and AI

Flower Guardians

Continuous monitoring with weather correlations

AI visualization of optimal plant compositions

Thermal measurements with imaging

Counting and geolocating pollinators

Decibel Detective

The AI Odyssey

Automatic sound level recording

Exploration of smart urban sensors

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Learning through scientific investigation

FactBusters

Light vs. Zzz

Whisper Walls

SoundSquad

Information verification via scientific protocols

Hypotheses on pollution/sleep disturbance links

Testing hypotheses on material effectiveness

Scientific validation of sound perceptions

From Insulated Walls to Cool Cities

Birdsongs AI Explorer

The Flower Guardians

Urban Vegetation and AI

Species classification through scientific observation

Thermal experimentation protocols

Hypotheses on urban pollinator presence

Botanical research and territorial issues

Outdoor Air Quality

Energies in Perspective

Negawatt Scenario

Bot Buddy Adventure

Historical investigation of energy choices

Research on energy sources

Scientific correlations between air and weather

Hypotheses testing on speech recognition

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Learning through scenarios and role-playing games

Urban detective challenge

Data vs. Context

Energy mix simulator

Urban open data planning and management role-playing game

Simulation of national energy policies

Municipal crisis management role-playing game

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Trees vs. Cars

Bio-inspired learning

Interactive sound recognition game

Cards game illustrating decision trees

Unplugged game to understand reinforcement mechanisms

Energy perspectives

Negawatt Scenario

Exploration of alternative energy futures

Foresight debates and simulation around energy transition

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Collaborative learning and field actions

Energies in perspective

Flower Guardians

Outdoor air quality

The Odyssey of AI

Public debates on energy issues

Collaborative urban environment observation

Collective measurement campaigns

Urban sensor field exploration

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Urban greening AI

Insulated walls for cool cities

SoundSquad

Collaborative noise nuisance mapping

Group nature observation outings

Community green wall installation project

Community thermal investigation

Decibel Detective

Shine Smart, Shine Bright

Collective noise nuisance measurement campaign

Collective urban lighting assessment

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Learning through problem solving and algorithmic logic

Urban detective challenge

Data vs. Context

Energy mix simulator

Urban open data planning and management role-playing game

Simulation of national energy policies

Municipal crisis management role-playing game

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Bio-inspired learning

Trees vs. Cars

Interactive sound recognition game

Unplugged game to understand reinforcement mechanisms

Decision tree playing cards

Energies in perspective

Negawatt Scenario

Exploration of alternative energy futures

Prospective debates and simulation around energy transition

SteamCity - Engagement for inclusion

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SteamCity is committed to inclusive and equitable STEAM education. Aware that each student has specific needs, we have adopted the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, which offers a flexible approach to curriculum development. Our goal: to minimise barriers and maximise learning opportunities for all. Beyond accessibility, we aim to promote social justice in STEAM education by combating stereotypes that discourage certain minority groups from engaging with these disciplines.

Universal Design for Learning

Challenging STEM stereotypes

Social justice in STEAM education

Approach based on three principles: diversifying means of representation, action & expression, and engagement by transforming learning environments into accessible spaces for all.

A transformative approach that deconstructs the image of sciences as "impenetrable" disciplines. It reveals the accessibility of sciences and the diversity of those who practice them.

An inclusive vision that refuses to let origin, gender, or social background limit access to scientific knowledge. It fosters a sense of belonging to the world of science in every student.

Each SteamCity protocol has been thoroughly analysed based on three specific criteria, allowing us to provide concrete adaptation recommendations tailored to the diverse needs of students and various learning contexts.

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SteamCity Mockups - Transitioning from class to terrain

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Within SteamCity, the mock-up phase acts as a bridge between learning concepts in the classroom and the ambition of the project to push students outside the walls. Mocking makes this relationship easier, more readable, while allowing them to manipulate the territory in a novel way, to reflect and organize their ideas. The mock-up stage also involves a memorisation challenge on one hand spatially - understanding and grasping the territory before being propelled into it - but also pedagogically, by offering a safe, low-risk step for active simulation. Discover how to bring the mock-up to life in SteamCity protocols with our practical sheets!

Sheet n°1 SteamCity Brick by Brick

Sheet n°2 Roobopoli - City and traffic

Represent a territory realistically using bricks

Create a miniature city using rubber mats to navigate an autonomous agent

Sheet n°4 SteamCity Best Practices

Sheet n°3 Sensitive mapping

Tips and applications for using mock-up in SteamCity protocols

Reveal the complexity of the territory through an emotional approach

Access the methodological sheet on mock-up in SteamCity

SteamCity on the ground - Connected learning

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Program robotic tools to explore the city

Experiment by using connected sensors

Develop AI applications to serve urban learning

Discover our Roobokart activity sheet - an autonomous agent exploring the city

Discover our activity sheets or tools to navigate and explore the world of programmable cards and sensors

Discover our activity sheet dedicated to exploring the challenges of AI in the urban environment

Access our LoRa sheet: Simplified deployment of sensors on the ground

Connected learning - Programmable cards and sensors

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STM32 IoT Node

Complete IoT station with 8 integrated sensors to discover the Internet of Things and data collection

Micro:bit

The ideal educational board to introduce your students to block programming and interactive projects

Arduino Uno

The global reference for teaching electronics and C++ programming in an accessible way

ESP32 (M5Stack, HaloCode)

Affordable WiFi microcontroller for creating connected objects and IoT applications

Raspberry Pi Pico

Affordable and versatile microcontroller to explore Python, C++, and advanced robotics projects

towards sensor stations

STeaMi

All-in-one educational board with multiple sensors and modular connectors for all school levels

NUCLEO-L476RG

STM32 board for technical education and industrial projects

Connected learning - Programmable cards and sensors

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Within SteamCity, we offer you to explore connected learning through 4 thematic sensor stations. Each station forms a technological starting module: the sensor set we consider essential (but not exhaustive) to engage classes in scientific investigation in an interdisciplinary manner. These sensors have been strategically selected to cover a maximum of our pedagogical protocols (available in our resources) while remaining financially accessible to educational institutions. This selection optimises the value for money by enabling multiple experiments with a reasonable hardware investment.

Station Environment and Well-being

Station Mobility & Transport

Measure temperature, humidity, and air quality to understand your environment

Analyse distances and movements with ultrasonic sensors and accelerometers

Station Artificial Intelligence

Station Energy and thermal comfort

Program vision, colour, and gestures to create interactive intelligent systems

Optimise energy consumption and detect heat losses thermal losses

Access information about our modular pricing structure

Station Environment and Well-being

Recommended programmable cards:

• Micro:bit with 4 integrated sensors: accelerometer, magnetometer, light sensor, temperature
• STM32 with 8 integrated sensors: accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature
• STeaMi with 8 integrated sensors: accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature + Jacdac connectors + built-in screen

Sensors

Temperature, Humidity

DHT11

Interdisciplinary Engagement

Light Resistance

LDR

Physics-Chemistry: Air properties, pressure, temperature, light, magnetism

Mathematics: Statistics, graphs, averages, trends, calibration

Geography: Local climates, urbanisation, heat islands, orientation

Civic Education: Sustainable development, climate issues

SVT: Ecosystems, climate, pollution, environmental health

Soil Moisture

Soil humidity by resistivity

Educational Interest

Practical Calibration: Cross-validation between integrated and external sensors

Technical Richness: 8 different sensors for multi-parameter analysis

Sensor Comparison, e.g., external temperature sensor or micro:bit

Spatial Orientation: Magnetometer for geolocation of measurements

Smartphone

Light sensor on phone

Station Price: €40/kit

Station Mobility & Transport

Sensors

Recommended programmable board: Arduino Uno (the only board with 5V power supply for HCSR04)

Ultrasonic distance sensor

HCSR04

Interdisciplinary Engagement

Accelerometer

High precision

Mathematics: Distance calculations, speed, trigonometry, signal processing

Civic Education: Road safety, sustainable mobility, accessibility

Technology: Automated systems, robotics, C++ programming

Physics: Mechanics, forces, acceleration, ultrasonic waves, optics

Geography: Navigation, orientation, urban transport

Camera

On smartphone, portable vision

Educational Interest

Artificial vision: Introduction to autonomous vehicle technologies

Measurement accuracy: Dedicated sensors for fine movement analysis

Arduino Versatility: Advanced programming and multi-interface

Dynamic measurements: Real-time movement analysis

Counting

Accelerometer

Manual and simple

Station price: €35/kits

Station Energy and Thermal Comfort

Recommended programmable boards:

• Micro:bit with 4 integrated sensors: accelerometer, magnetometer, light sensor, temperature
• STM32 with 8 integrated sensors: accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature
• STeaMi with 8 integrated sensors: accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature + JACDAC connectors + built-in screen

Sensors

Temperature, humidity

DHT11

Interdisciplinary Engagement

Photoresistance

LDR

Physics: Thermodynamics, optics, electricity, infrared radiation

Mathematics: Efficiency calculations, optimisation, thermal modelling

Civic Education: Energy scenarios, energy transition

SVT: Ecology, carbon cycle, thermal regulation of living organisms

Technology: Energy efficiency, thermal insulation, home automation

Thermal camera

InfiRay P2

Educational Interest

Practical applications: Real energy audit of buildings

Thermal imaging: Direct analysis of energy losses

Light sensor on phone

Smartphone

Multi-scale measurements: From point sensors to global thermal imaging

Comparison: Temperature sensors vs thermal imaging

Accelerometer

Station price: €65 per kit

Station Artificial Intelligence

Sensors

Recommended programmable cards:

• Raspberry Pi Pico: more memory for AI
• Arduino Uno: processing power and memory for simple AI, stability, and libraries

On smartphone

Camera

Interdisciplinary Engagement

Audio recognition

Microphone

Mathematics: Statistics, probabilities, matrices, pattern recognition

Civic Education: AI ethics, artificial consciousness, digital society

Technology: AI algorithms, machine learning, logic

Arts: Assisted creation, interface design, gestural interaction

Biology: Perception, learning, decision-making processes

Colour Sensor

Colour classification

Educational Interest

Applied Ethics: Questioning biases and algorithmic decisions

Multi-modal AI: Combining vision + audio + gestures + colour

Progressive learning: From detection to recognition

Natural interface: Creating intuitive human-machine interactions

APDS-9960

Gestures, proximity, light, colour

Station price: €45 per kit

Connected learning - Programmable boards and sensors

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Experience through the use of connected sensors

Create an indoor air quality monitoring system with LCD display (Arduino Uno or Micro:bit)

Collect multi-sensor environmental data (NUCLEO-L476RG, micro:bit or Arduino)

Measure indoor air quality using the SCD30 sensor

Program a Micro:bit to measure sound levels

Measure environmental data: light, noise, temperature on the micro:bit

Measure sound intensity on the STM32 IoT Node Discovery board

Display data on an LCD connected to the STM32 IoT Node board

Monitor thermal issues using a thermal camera

Measure movement amplitude with an accelerometer (micro:bit)

Create a chatbot on CodeSkool - Block programming basics

Collect data with the humidity and temperature sensor on the micro:bit

Connected learning - AI at the service of the city

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AI in the city: between technological promises and ethical challenges

CODING

DISCOVERY

URBAN EXPLORATIONS

Discover AI in the city through DataWalk

AI and biodiversity

AI and inclusion

AI and greening

Create and train your AI model

Explore bird songs

Design suitable green walls

Create a chatbot for city accessibility

Use image recognition

Understand the fundamentals of bio-inspired learning

AI for tomorrow

AI and waste

AI and decision-making

Create future road signs

Automatically sort waste

Arbitrate urban issues

Access the introductory sheet "AI at the service of the city"

SteamCity - Collaboration and community

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At SteamCity, we build an educational ecosystem where knowledge is co-created and shared. Our belief: the best educational resources come from collaboration, and the richest data emerge when classes work together. Resources tested and refined by the community are enriched by field feedback, experimental data collected by each class feeds into a shared database accessible to all, and geolocated results help understand how phenomena vary across territories.

Vittamap Educational platform

SteamCity.io IoT dedicated platform

uMap Collaboration and mapping

Share and discover experiences carried out by the educational community

Visualise and analyse data collected through a centralised platform

Create and share custom interactive collaborative maps

This mutualisation creates a virtuous dynamic where students understand that their investigations are part of a broader collaborative scientific approach, thus developing their sense of belonging to a European learning community. Retry

Access our Open Data methodological sheet

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Feedback and impacts

Transforming the city into a learning laboratory ... a successful gamble SteamCity offers an approach that makes the urban environment a STEAM learning resource. In response to this educational commitment, the opinions of teachers who have experimented with it are valuable: their feedback helps to understand concretely how this approach integrates into daily practices and what benefits it truly brings. A total of 180 teachers across Europe have been involved in the project, including 60 who participated in guided activities with evaluation. This survey reveals how SteamCity facilitates the evolution of educational practices by combining science and the city, directly from the perspective of those who use it in the classroom.

87.93%

91.38%

96.55%

towards field testimonials

Peer sharing and recognition of the approach

Increased pedagogical confidence

Strong intention to adopt within classrooms

teachers have seen their confidence in STEAM methods grow

teachers plan to integrate SteamCity into their regular teaching practices

participants intend to share their SteamCity knowledge with colleagues. Try again

Feedback and impacts - Field testimonials

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Sensitive mapping workshop, La Rochelle - France

Learning scenario, Naples - Italy

Secondary education • 10 teachers • 3 assessed protocols

Youth • 12 participants • Creative exploration of the territory

Free exploration of protocols, Spain

Pedagogical validation workshop, Paris - France

Share your achievements and data freely using SteamCity tools and partnerships

Secondary teachers • 5 participants • 3 assessed protocols

Full-scale testing of protocols, Aix-en-Provence - France

Experiential training, Brussels - Belgium

Towards multiplier events

Teachers • 14 participants (4 online + 10 on-site) • AI session and micro:bit

Educational and territorial actors • 27 participants • 5 protocols

Series of guided workshops, Belgium

Classroom experimentation, Sofia - Bulgaria

Students and teachers • 98+ participants • 6 thematic workshops • Brussels, Charleroi

In class • 10 sixth-form students

Experience feedback and impacts - Beyond SteamCity

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Multiplier event, Aix-en-Provence - France

Multiplier event, Sofia - Bulgaria

24 April 2024 • 41 teachers

4 July 2025 • 36 multi-sector actors

Multiplier event, Europe

Multiplier event, Paris - France

12 March 2025 • 24 teachers and educational partners

2024-2025 • International scientific community • Networking and promotion of SteamCity

Multiplier event, Marseille - France

Multiplier event, Brussels - Belgium

Educational and territorial actors • 27 participants • 5 protocols

22 May 2025 • 300 students and teachers

Multiplier event, Arzano - Italy

Multiplier event, Brussels - Belgium

22 August 2025 • 11+ teachers

11-13 February 2025 • 50 high school teachers

What is the impact of mobility policies on quality of life?

experiment

hypotheses

protocols

Inclusive and accessible transport infrastructure: The implementation of inclusive and accessible transport infrastructure allows students to understand how these policies strengthen social inclusion, facilitate economic mobility, and enhance community resilience in the face of mobility challenges. Sustainable transport options: By exploring sustainable transport solutions, students will learn that these initiatives not only reduce environmental impact but also offer co-benefits such as improved public health, increased physical activity, and reduced noise pollution in urban areas. Mobility regulations: Studying the application of mobility regulations, students will discover that these rules influence not only adherence to the road code but also modify transportation habits, route choices, and citizens' mobility behaviours.

Ecological impact of mobility regulation

Program and analyse the impact of autonomous vehicles on the urban environment

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active construction

learning through error

Students learn by creating, assembling, and building tangible objects (sensors, prototypes, models), transforming abstract concepts into concrete, manipulable creations

Experimentation allows testing, failing, adjusting, and restarting in a continuous improvement cycle that values errors as a source of learning

anchoring in the concrete

bodily engagement

Learning involves the senses and the body in action, promoting durable memorization and deep understanding through physical involvement

Abstract concepts are made accessible through the manipulation of physical objects and the conduction of experiments, facilitating understanding through direct experience

Access the "Construction and Experimentation Based Learning" protocols

Pedagogical validation workshop, Paris - France

Secondary school teachers • 5 participants • 3 evaluated protocols Context: Evaluation of Bot Buddy Adventure (chatbot for urban adventure), Birdsong AI Explorer (bird songs and AI), and Bio-inspired learning processes (reinforcement learning)

What was appreciated: Protocols considered "very well structured and easy to follow". Content described as "very strong and effective". Tools valued for their "very visual" aspect and the student questioning "very well developed".Field testimonials: "I understood the technical explanations" testifies a literature teacher. Participants are eager to access other project resources and suggest enriching the curricular links for better pedagogical integration.

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Strong appreciation of the STEAM fields worked on in the protocols
• Call for stronger links with school curricula
• Suggestions for constructive technical improvements to optimise classroom use

Our partner Vittascience: https://fr.vittascience.com//

Raspberry Pi Pico

Affordable and versatile microcontroller to explore Python, C++, and robotics projects Target audience: Engineers, students, makers Educational levels: High school to university Highlights :

• Hands-on and experiential learning
• Development of Python and C/C++ programming skills
• Integration into electronic and robotics projects
• Advanced research projects

• Languages: Block programming, C++, JavaScript, Lua, Python, Rust

• Platforms: Arduino IDE, CircuitPython, MicroPython, Raspberry Pi Pico SDK
• Connectivity: GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, USB
• Price: £5.45 | Difficulty: Medium

https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-pico/

Large-scale test of protocols, Aix-en-Provence - France

Educational and territorial actors • 27 participants • 5 protocols Context: Playful test of protocols City detective, pollinators, bio-inspired AI, road signage, thermal insulation involving municipal services, teachers and mediators

What appealed: Tools described as "playful, ready-to-use, effective and intelligent" for addressing important topics. Appreciated unplugged approach to learning coding. Urban integration valued as "super" by participants.Field testimonials: Thank you for this day", "Lots of inspiration", "Congratulations on the quality of content and facilitation" testify the participants. The DNE encourages continued engagement via shared academic networks, highlighting that SteamCity demonstrates "things that advance awareness, with new and different paths".

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Confirmed alignment with the existing needs of mediation teams, fablabs and teachers
• Successful integration into municipal public services, giving meaning to agents’ daily work
• Educational validation by 6 secondary school teachers who analysed classroom impact

Our partner L.A.B : https://www.labaixbidouille.com//

the challenges

for society

Understand complex decision-making processesGrasp ethical issues related to data Actively participate in local decisions Promote diversity and inclusion in decision-making

Use data to make informed decisionsDevelop critical thinking and reasoning Encourage active and responsible citizenship Strengthen democratic values and digital participation

for students

at school

School is a structured environment for interdisciplinary learningIt offers practical projects to apply knowledge It is a microcosm where students learn to become active citizens

Learn to engage actively Develop ethical behaviourUnderstand and defend democratic values Make decisions based on data and facts

Access the "Citizen Engagement, Governance and Data" protocols

experiment

Can Artificial Intelligence be creative?

protocols

hypotheses

Bot Buddy Adventure

AI can produce original creations: If AI is fed with diverse data and algorithms encouraging unusual associations, then it will be capable of generating unique creative results. AI's creativity can be stimulated by defined constraints: If AI is encouraged to generate new and unexpected solutions within well-defined limits, then its creative capacity can be significantly enhanced. Collaborative efforts between AI and human creators lead to innovative creations: If AI works in collaboration with human creators, then it is possible to push the boundaries of traditional creative processes, resulting in innovative works. The evaluation of AI-generated creative works will include subjective criteria: If AI creations are judged according to subjective criteria similar to those of human works, then this will help better understand and measure AI's simulated creativity.

Create a conversational agent to improve accessibility and urban information

Urban greening

Create and design green walls adapted to local territories and weather conditions

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contextual immersion

systemic understanding

Creation of learning environments that accurately reproduce real or plausible situations, enabling an authentic experience of the studied issues

Understanding complex interactions between different actors, constraints, and objectives, revealing the complexity of urban and societal systems

collaborative decision-making

learning through lived experience

Development of social and cognitive skills through authentic simulation, anchoring knowledge in personal experience

Experimentation with negotiation, compromise, and collective resource management processes, developing social and democratic skills

Access the "Learning through simulation and role-playing" protocols

Sensitive mapping workshop, La Rochelle - France

Young people • 12 participants • Creative exploration of the territory • In partnership with the Jedi-Track project Context: Sensitive mapping workshop based on the SteamCity methodology, allowing young people to freely create their maps and qualify their study area via a model formalising the investigation process

What appealed: Emotional approach to mapping that breaks away from traditional codes. Balance between creative freedom and methodological structuring via the template. A method that reveals unexpected perspectives on urban space.Field testimonials: Using a MicroMacro board game as an inspiration source allowed participants to transcend scales and traditional cartographic logic, leading to an emotional approach. The young people demonstrated their ability to qualify their environment from a sensitive and personal perspective, creating original maps.

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Free and creative appropriation of mapping tools by participants
• Successful overcoming of scale and traditional logic constraints
• Effective formalisation of the investigation process using a structuring model

Our partner ZeUGMA: https://zeugma.cc//

the challenges

for society

Develop ethical and transparent AI to avoid biases and respect privacyCreate appropriate regulatory frameworks Ensure equitable access to AI technologies to prevent the digital divide Promote sustainable technological infrastructure

Improve data analysis Automate complex processes Stimulate scientific and technological innovation Make cities smarter and more resilient

at school

for students

Access personalized learning tools through AI Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills Develop digital independence Explore careers in AI-related fields

Schools can prepare students to use technology responsibly Schools strengthen digital literacy skills Schools promote creativity Schools develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

challenges

for society

Develop innovative transport solutions to reduce emissions and improve efficiencyCreate effective regulatory frameworks Ensure equitable access to transport for all communities Promote sustainable mobility infrastructure

Enhance urban connectivity Reduce emissions and pollution Stimulate economic development by facilitating the movement of goods and people Improve access to services and opportunities

at school

for students

School teaches the importance of sustainable mobility School can allow experimentation with new mobility projects School raises awareness among students about accessibility and equity School trains future changemakers in mobility

Easily access educational institutions Discover new environments through mobility Explore new technologies behind sustainable and autonomous mobility

Compatible card choices :

• Micro:bit ✓✓ : Simple analog inputs, easy calibration
• STM32 IoT Node ✓ : Built-in light sensor (useful redundancy)
• STeaMi ✓✓ : Built-in light sensor + external LDR option
• Arduino Uno ✓ : Multiple analog inputs, 10-bit resolution

LDR Photoresistor

Technical specifications :

• Dark resistance: 1MΩ
• Full light resistance: 10kΩ
• Spectral response: 540nm (peak sensitivity)
• Interface: Analog (divider bridge required)
• Power supply: 3-5V

for society

the challenges

Reduce costs and emissions Promote a sustainable energy mix Optimise energy consumption Encourage citizen participation in decision-making and adopt responsible behaviours

Integrate renewable energy through advanced technologiesNavigate complex legal frameworks to promote sustainable energy Find investments for infrastructure Encourage behavioural change

at school

for students

School teaches the importance of energy efficiency and renewable energies School allows experimentation with complex energy concepts School trains future change-makers in the energy sector

Understand complex notions behind energy and energy efficiency Explore global energy issues Discover careers in sustainable energy and green technologies

Access the "Energy Efficiency" protocols

Multiplier event, Aix-en-Provence - France

July 4, 2025 • 36 multi-sector actors • Exploring SteamCity's links with out-of-school mediation Context:

• Final project review with educational decision-makers, facilitators, territorial actors, researchers, fablabs
• Feedback on pedagogical impact and development of a sustainability plan

Session structure:

• Full day review at the IUT of Aix
• Multi-sector feedback sessions through analysis and discovery of protocols
• Collective development of the sustainability plan focusing on extending SteamCity into after-school and mediation sectors

What was appealing: Clear presentation matching the needs of mediation teams, fablabs, and teachers. Approach that gives meaning to the daily work of public agents and municipal services. Successful organisation, inspiring content. Urban integration praised by participants.Beyond SteamCity:

• Deployment within networks like Les Petits Débrouillards and science outreach associations. Adaptation for popular education and after-school activities.
• Reflections on integrating SteamCity into the youth programming at the Les Méjanes library in Aix-en-Provence.
• Dissemination within the ecology working group of the French Fablabs Network.

Our partner L.A.B : https://www.labaixbidouille.com/

questioning and problematization

critical analysis of results

Formulation of relevant research questions based on observations or problem situations, developing scientific curiosity and analytical skills

Interpretation of data, validation or invalidation of hypotheses, and communication of conclusions according to scientific communication standards

experimental protocol

hypothesis formulation

Developing the ability to propose provisional explanations based on existing knowledge, stimulating creativity and scientific logic

Design and implementation of rigorous experiments to test formulated hypotheses, mastering scientific methodology and experimental rigour

Access to "Citizen and Scientific Inquiry Learning" protocols

Multiplier event, Brussels - Belgium

22 May 2025 • 300 students and teachers • SteamCity workshops and Micro:bit experimentation Context:

• Training 300 students and teachers at the Université Libre de Bruxelles in SteamCity methodologies
• Introduction to the project for participants unfamiliar with it, introduction to Micro:bit and sensors, real-time air quality experimentation

Session structure:

• Practical workshops introducing Micro:bit and exploring sensors.
• Real-time collective experience on air quality.
• Presentation of projects by students with diploma awards.
• Resources provided via shared drive.

What attracted: Exciting discovery of the project by 300 new participants. Pride of students and teachers during the presentation of their completed projects.Beyond SteamCity:

• University network: 300 ambassadors trained in higher education.
• Integration of protocols into university curricula.
• Development of partnerships with ULB to train future teachers in innovative methodologies.

Our partner La Scientothèque: https://www.lascientotheque.be/

for society

challenges

Develop ethical and transparent AI to avoid biases and respect privacyCreate appropriate regulatory frameworks Ensure equitable access to AI technologies to prevent digital divide Promote sustainable technological infrastructure

Enhance data analysis Automate complex processes Drive scientific and technological innovation Make cities smarter and more resilient

at school

for students

Access personalized learning tools through AI Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills Develop digital independence Explore careers in AI-related fields

Schools can prepare students to use technology responsibly Schools strengthen digital literacy skills Schools promote creativity Schools develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Access "Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies" protocols

Compatible card choices :

• Micro:bit ✓ : Native libraries, block programming, ideal for beginners
• STM32 IoT Node ✓✓ : Built-in DHT22 (more accurate), redundant sensors for comparison
• STeaMi ✓✓ : DHT integrated + Grove interface, easy connection
• Arduino Uno ✓ : Excellent library support, numerous examples

DHT11 - Temperature and humidity sensor

Technical specifications :

• Temperature range : -40°C to +80°C (±2°C)
• Humidity range : 5-95% RH (±5%)
• Interface : 1-Wire digital
• Power supply : 3-5V
• Response time : 6-15s

Multiplier Event, Sofia - Bulgaria

24 April 2024 • 41 teachers • Presentation of SteamCity results and protocols Context:

• Training of 41 Bulgarian teachers in SteamCity methodologies.
• Presentation of pedagogical protocols, discovery of thematic clusters, and discussions on practical classroom implementation.

What appealed: Concrete demonstrations appreciated by participants. Practical format allowing a clear view of applicability. Active Q&A session demonstrating teachers' commitment to test these approaches in their schools.Beyond SteamCity:

• Local network: training of 41 ambassadors to disseminate practices.
• Cultural adaptation of content to the Bulgarian educational system.
• Ongoing training to sustain the approach.

Session structure:

• Morning begins with an introduction to the project and its concrete results, followed by an interactive demonstration of SteamCity protocols.
• Dedicated time for exchanges with participants to answer questions and explore local adaptation possibilities.

Our partner EduTech: https://www.edutech.bg//

What is the impact of construction choices on quality of life?

experiment

hypotheses

protocols

Impact of sustainable materials on quality of life: The use of sustainable building materials improves quality of life by providing healthier and environmentally friendly spaces. Students will analyse how these materials contribute to a more sustainable urban lifestyle. Absorbing materials and noise reduction: Buildings constructed with sound-absorbing materials could have a lower indoor noise level compared to buildings using standard materials. Students will explore how these materials influence residents' acoustic comfort. Impact of materials on thermal properties: The choice of construction materials affects the thermal properties of buildings, thereby influencing energy efficiency. Students will consider how these materials can improve heat management and reduce energy consumption. Sustainable materials and smart monitoring systems: Buildings built with durable, low-maintenance materials combined with intelligent monitoring systems can reduce maintenance costs and increase overall sustainability in smart cities. Students will evaluate the impact of these innovations on long-term costs and urban sustainability.

Indoor CO2

Build CO2 sensors to analyse indoor air quality and its impacts

Whisper Walls

Experiment with soundproofing different materials through scientific methods

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Compatible card choices :

• Micro:bit ✓✓ : Simple interface, ideal for educational gardening projects
• Arduino Uno ✓ : Stable for long-term measurements
• STM32 IoT Node ✓ : Higher ADC accuracy
• STeaMi ✓✓ : Grove connectors, easier integration

Soil Moisture Sensor - Soil humidity

Technical specifications :

• Method : Soil resistivity
• Output : Analog 0-3V
• Probes : Corrosion-resistant stainless steel
• Dimensions : 60×20mm
• Sensitivity : Adjustable via potentiometer

What is the impact of human activities on biodiversity?

experiment

hypotheses

protocols

Impact of urbanisation on biodiversity: It can be assumed that increasing urbanisation has a negative effect on biodiversity in urban areas. Students will analyse how city expansion contributes to the loss of natural habitats. Effect of green infrastructures on biodiversity: The implementation of green infrastructures (parks, green roofs) is expected to have a positive impact on urban biodiversity. Students will observe how these spaces enhance species diversity in cities. Influence of artificial light on plant growth: We hypothesise that high levels of artificial light disrupt plant growth. Students will explore the idea that some plants may be confused by artificial lighting, affecting their growth cycle. Mitigation of urbanisation effects through conservation: It is believed that conservation efforts and urban planning strategies can mitigate the negative impacts of urbanisation on biodiversity. Students will consider solutions to preserve nature while developing cities.

The flower guardians

Observe and count urban pollinators to understand biodiversity

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Identify bird species through sound recognition and artificial intelligence

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How does digital technology connect to the territory?

experiment

hypotheses

protocols

Identification of sensors and devices: By observing the urban environment, students will be able to identify various sensors and data collection devices, some of which may be connected to artificial intelligence systems. Students will be encouraged to observe and question the presence of these technologies in their daily lives. Diversity of device ownership: It is likely that the ownership of the observed devices will reveal a mix of public and private actors involved in data collection in urban areas. Students will become aware of the different types of entities that influence and monitor their environment. Correlation between AI and urban infrastructure: We will examine the level of AI integration into urban devices in relation to infrastructure quality and local policies. Students will reflect on how cities use these infrastructures to optimise urban management and enhance daily life. Collection of personal data: Some observed devices are likely to collect personal data, raising ethical concerns regarding privacy protection in public spaces. Students will be invited to discuss the ethical implications of urban surveillance and to evaluate their own relationship with confidentiality.

The Odyssey of AI

Discover urban sensors and debate the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

Urban greening

Create and design green walls suited to the territories and weather conditions

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for society

challenges

Use data to make informed decisionsDevelop critical thinking and reasoning Encourage active and responsible citizenship Strengthen democratic values and digital participation

Understand complex decision-making processesGrasp ethical issues related to data Actively participate in local decisions Promote diversity and inclusion in decision-making

for students

at school

School is a structured environment for interdisciplinary learningIt offers practical projects to apply knowledge It is a microcosm where students learn to become active citizens

Learn to engage activelyDevelop ethical behaviourUnderstand and defend democratic values Make decisions based on data and facts

How to avoid energy loss and waste?

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hypotheses

protocols

Lighting control based on ambient light and energy savings: Better control of indoor and outdoor lighting according to daytime ambient light levels will lead to energy savings. Students will study how this adaptive lighting management can reduce energy consumption. Insufficient street lighting and feelings of insecurity: Inadequate street lighting can contribute to feelings of insecurity and discomfort among citizens, affecting their overall well-being and perception of safety in urban areas. Students will explore the psychological effects of lighting on city residents. Effective insulation and thermal performance of buildings: The use of effective insulating materials in buildings improves thermal performance by maintaining indoor temperatures and reducing energy consumption. Students will analyse how insulation can contribute to optimal thermal management. Insulation and indoor thermal comfort: Optimal choice of insulating materials contributes to better indoor thermal comfort, fostering positive emotional experiences, increased satisfaction, and improved quality of life for building occupants. Students will consider the impact of materials on residents' well-being.

Negawatt Scenario

Explore personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

Shine Smart, Shine Bright

Analyse the impact of urban lighting on safety, comfort, and the environment

Insulated walls for cool cities

Study the thermal insulation of materials and analyse the energy losses of buildings

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Free exploration of SteamCity protocols, Spain

What appealed: Continuity in education with the skills acquired from the Let's STEAM training. Enrichment of teaching practice through the SteamCity approach. Positive impact on students' motivation in technology and engineering projects.Field testimonials:

• "The activities helped me strengthen my confidence and motivate my students in technology and engineering projects"
• "The workshop allowed me to consolidate new pedagogical practices and improve my students' motivation in science"
• "SteamCity activities enriched my teaching practice and helped me better integrate inquiry in science and technology."

Secondary school teachers participating in the Let's STEAM project • 6 volunteers • Analysis of SteamCity protocols Context: Mobilisation of teachers trained during the Let's STEAM sessions (programming, inquiry-based learning) to analyse and test SteamCity protocols in their teaching practices

Conclusions on SteamCity usage:

• Confirmed strengthening of teachers' pedagogical confidence
• Consolidation of new pedagogical practices in science education
• Improvement in the integration of inquiry-based approaches in science and technology

🎯 100% of teachers saw an increase in confidence when teaching STEAM subjects with investigative methods📈 66.67% of teachers experienced a significant increase in confidence using educational technologies 🤝 100% of participants are likely to share workshop knowledge and materials with colleagues

Our partner UltraLab: https://ultra-lab.net/

Compatible card choices:

• Arduino Uno ✓✓✓ : Native 5V power supply, precise timing, numerous examples
• STM32 IoT Node ✓ : Possible but 3.3V power supply requires an adapter
• Raspberry Pi Pico ✓✓ : Good timing, MicroPython libraries available
• STeaMi ✓✓ : Native Grove connectors, immediate integration
• Micro:bit ✗ : 3.3V power supply, limited timing for precise measurements

HCSR04 - Ultrasonic distance sensor

Technical specifications:

• Range: 2cm to 400cm
• Accuracy: ±3mm
• Frequency: 40kHz
• Interface: 2 digital pins (Trigger/Echo)
• Power supply: 5V (important)

Compatible card choices :

• Micro:bit ✓ : Native libraries, block programming, ideal for beginners
• STM32 IoT Node ✓✓ : Built-in DHT22 (more accurate), redundant sensors for comparison
• STeaMi ✓✓ : DHT integrated + Grove interface, easy to connect
• Arduino Uno ✓ : Excellent library support, numerous examples

DHT11 - Temperature and humidity sensor

Technical specifications :

• Temperature range : -40°C to +80°C (±2°C)
• Humidity range : 5-95% RH (±5%)
• Interface : 1-Wire digital
• Power supply : 3-5V
• Response time : 6-15s

on-site exploration

collective intelligence

Direct observation and investigation in the field to anchor learning in the local reality, creating an authentic link between theory and territorial practice

Collaborative knowledge construction through sharing experiences, perspectives, and complementary skills, valuing the diversity of approaches and expertise

scientific communication

citizen engagement

Active participation in community life and raising awareness of contemporary social issues, shaping informed and engaged citizens in social transformation

Development of synthesis, argumentation, and presentation skills for research results, mastering the codes of scientific dissemination

How does our territory function?

experiment

hypotheses

protocols

Understanding urban governance rules: The mastery of principles and rules of urban governance enables students to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills. They will understand how this knowledge contributes to more informed decisions in city management. Active engagement in local governance processes: By actively participating in local governance, students will notice an increase in their civic responsibility. This direct involvement helps them better understand local issues and their role in society. Integrated political frameworks: The use of integrated political frameworks such as sustainable development goals or the triple bottom line approach encourages students to consider economic, social, and environmental dimensions in urban decisions. They will see how these frameworks enable a balanced and systemic approach to urban policy formulation.

Urban detective challenge

Simulate urban management and coordination of public services in crisis situations

The AI Odyssey

Discover urban sensors and debate the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

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Specific pedagogical applications :

• Energy audit : Detection of thermal bridges and heat losses
• Comparative analysis : Effectiveness of different insulating materials
• Physical phenomena : Visualization of heat transfers
• Electronics : Monitoring of components in operation

Thermal camera InfiRay P2

Technical specifications :

• Resolution: 256×192 pixels
• Sensitivity: <40mK
• Temperature range: -20°C to +550°C
• Interface: USB-C to smartphone/PC
• Frequency: 25Hz

Multiplier Event, Paris - France

12 March 2025 • 24 teachers and educational partners • Sharing the Erasmus SteamCity project Context:

• Training on the Erasmus SteamCity project
• Presentation of developed resources, discovery of Vittascience kits, and direct experimentation with protocols

Session structure:

• Friendly session starting with welcoming participants, followed by Erasmus+ presentation and Vittascience innovations.
• Practical experimentation time with 3 test activities available on computers
• Networking moment over a cocktail.

What was appreciated: Positive feedback from participants on the relevance of the project. Topics discussed considered interesting and worth broad dissemination to prevent them from being forgotten. A format combining presentation and direct experimentation was appreciated.Beyond SteamCity:

• Continuous communication about resource deployment
• Development of adapted communication materials
• Creation of a network of educational partners to sustain dissemination

Our partner Vittascience: https://fr.vittascience.com//

challenges

for society

Integrate renewable energies through advanced technologiesNavigate complex legal frameworks to promote sustainable energies Find investments for infrastructure Encourage behavioural change

Reduce costs and emissions Promote a sustainable energy mix Optimise energy consumption Encourage citizen participation in decision-making and adopt responsible behaviours

at school

for students

School teaches the importance of energy efficiency and renewable energies School allows experimentation with complex energy concepts School trains future change-makers in the energy sector

Understand complex notions behind energy and energy efficiency Explore global energy issues Discover careers in sustainable energy and green technologies

STM32 IoT Node

IoT station with 8 integrated sensors to discover the Internet of Things and data collection Target audience: STEAM teachers, engineers, students, makers Educational levels: Secondary to university Highlights :

• Practical IoT programming workshops
• Curricular integration in electronics and computer science
• Project-based learning and creativity
• Practical application of IoT concepts

• Languages: blocks, C++, JavaScript, Python
• Platforms: Arduino IDE, CircuitPython, MakeCode, MicroPython, STM32CubeIDE, Visual Studio Code, mbed
• Connectivity: Accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature
• Price: 59.32€ | Difficulty: Medium

https://www.st.com/en/evaluation-tools/b-l475e-iot01a.html

for society

the challenges

Interconnection of health and environmental domains Promotion of healthy and happy communities Contribution to efforts against climate change Active participation in building sustainable cities

Sustainable urban development while preserving the environmentEqual access to green spaces and clean air for all Teaching environmental challenges at school Involving students in local and global initiatives

at school

for students

School empowers students on environmental issues through sustainability actions Student well-being at school must be a priority School trains students to act on well-being and environmental issues Education prepares for sustainable practices

Protect ecosystems through concrete actionsAdvocate for equitable access to resources for all Adopt eco-responsible behaviours Understand well-being issues in society

active construction

learning through error

Students learn by creating, assembling, and building tangible objects (sensors, prototypes, models), transforming abstract concepts into concrete, manipulable creations

Experimentation allows testing, failing, adjusting, and restarting in a continuous improvement cycle that values mistakes as a source of learning

anchoring in the concrete

bodily engagement

Learning engages the senses and the body in action, promoting durable memorisation and deep understanding through physical involvement

Abstract concepts are made accessible through the manipulation of physical objects and conducting experiments, facilitating understanding through direct experience

Multiplier event, Arzano - Italy

11-13 February 2025 • 50 high school teachers • Dissemination of STEM activities Context :

• Training 50 high school teachers in STEM activities developed within the SteamCity project
• Focus on practical use of STMicroelectronics boards and understanding methodologies for secondary education

Session structure :

• Intensive 3-day training starting with welcome and Erasmus+ presentation.
• In-depth practical sessions with STMicroelectronics boards spread over 4 hours of hands-on workshops.
• Participant exchanges.

What appealed: Positive reaction from teachers to the project presentation. Intensive format allowing a tangible grasp of STMicroelectronics tools. Hands-on practical approach appreciated by the 50 participants.Beyond SteamCity :

• Continuous communication: keeping participants informed about resource, protocol, and tool uploads.
• Lycée network: 50 teachers ready to integrate STEM activities into their lessons.
• STMicroelectronics partnership to expand training to other institutions.

Our partner Perlatecnica: https://www.perlatecnica.it//

authentic data collection

development of critical thinking

Use of real sensors to measure environmental phenomena in their natural context, connecting learning to contemporary issues

Analysis, interpretation, and validation of collected data to understand the limitations, reliability of measurements, and develop a critical perspective on digital information

technology-environment connection

learning responsible digital practices

Raising awareness of ethical and societal issues related to monitoring and measurement technologies, questioning the uses and implications of digital technology

Understanding the links between technological tools and contemporary environmental issues, revealing the complex interactions between digital technology and ecology

Access the "Learning through data with sensors" protocols

problem decomposition

abstraction and modelling

Ability to break down a complex problem into smaller, more manageable sub-problems, developing a methodical and structured approach to problem-solving

Simplified representation of reality to focus on essential elements, developing conceptual thinking and synthesis skills

pattern recognition

algorithmic thinking

Design of sequential and logical instructions to systematically solve problems, structuring thinking and developing logical rigor

Identification of regularities, recurring structures, and generalisable principles, stimulating abstraction and generalisation abilities

How to consider ethics in autonomous mobility?

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Ethical perception of autonomous mobility: The students will discover that perceptions of ethics in autonomous mobility vary according to cultural origins and personal values, influencing how each person approaches these technologies. Rapid evolution of technology: The study of technology in autonomous mobility will help students understand that its rapid development introduces new ethical dilemmas, requiring ongoing reassessment of ethical standards, especially regarding data protection, algorithmic biases, and the ethics of automation. Educator and learner perspectives: Students will observe that ethical concerns related to autonomous mobility differ based on the perspectives and sensitivities of educators and learners to ethical issues. Local mobility policies: Students will explore how variations in local mobility policies influence the consideration of ethical issues in autonomous mobility, with some contexts being more sensitive to these challenges than others.

Future road signage

Create new unambiguous road signs

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authentic data collection

development of critical thinking

Use of real sensors to measure environmental phenomena in their natural context, connecting learning to contemporary issues

Analysis, interpretation, and validation of collected data to understand the limitations, reliability of measurements, and develop a critical perspective on digital information

technology-environment connection

learning responsible digital practices

Awareness of the ethical and societal issues of surveillance and measurement technologies, questioning the uses and implications of digital technology

Understanding the links between technological tools and contemporary environmental issues, revealing the complex interactions between digital technology and ecology

How to evaluate human impact on energy consumption?

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Lifestyle choices directly influence energy consumption: If citizens become aware of the impact of their daily choices on their energy use, they will be more inclined to adopt responsible energy practices, thereby reducing their ecological footprint. Education on sustainable energy practices promotes economical behaviours: If individuals receive increased education on sustainable energy, they will adopt more energy-saving behaviours, contributing to a significant reduction in consumption and the preservation of natural resources. Government policies influence energy consumption behaviour: If public policies support sustainable energy practices, they will positively influence citizens' behaviours, making them more likely to use renewable energy sources and reduce their consumption. Access to renewable energy encourages responsible energy consumption: If renewable energies become more accessible and affordable, citizens will be more encouraged to use green energy sources, helping to reduce environmental impact and promote a more sustainable future.

Energies in perspective

Explore personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

Negawatt Scenario

Explore personal and collective energy choices from a historical perspective

Energy Mix Simulator

Model and simulate different energy transition scenarios

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Micro:bit

The ideal educational card to introduce your students to block programming and interactive projects Target audience : STEAM teachers, students, makers Educational levels : Elementary to middle school Highlights :

• Introduction to coding concepts via block programming
• Practical projects and problem solving
• Creating games and interactive animations
• Connection with external sensors

• Languages : Block programming, JavaScript, Python
• Platforms : MakeCode, MicroPython, Mu, Scratch, Vittascience
• Built-in sensors : Accelerometer, light sensor, magnetometer, temperature
• Price : €22.5 | Difficulty : Easy

https://microbit.org/fr/

Compatible card choices :

• Arduino Uno ✓✓✓ : Excellent I2C support, complete Grove libraries
• STM32 IoT Node ✓✓ : Native I2C, advanced processing

• STeaMi ✓✓✓ : Native Grove connectors, immediate integration, and built-in colour sensor
• Raspberry Pi Pico ✓ : Available I2C, MicroPython

Grove I2C Colour Sensor (TCS34725)

Technical specifications :

• Interface : I2C (address 0x29)
• Channels : RGB + Clear + IR
• Resolution : 16 bits per channel
• Built-in LED : White 3000K
• Automatic temperature compensation

What is the impact of regulation on mobility?

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Impact of new traffic regulations on urban flows: The implementation of new traffic regulations in urban areas will change travel habits and vehicle flow, which could reduce congestion and improve road safety. Students will explore how these changes affect daily journeys and driver behaviour. Road safety education in schools: The introduction of comprehensive road safety education programmes in schools will raise children’s awareness, which should lead to a decrease in accidents involving young pedestrians and cyclists. Students will analyse the effects of these programmes on the safety of young road users. Integration of connected objects into urban infrastructure: The integration of connected objects such as sensors and cameras into urban infrastructure will improve traffic management efficiency, vehicle flow, and travel times for all road users. Students will assess how these technologies optimise urban travel.

Connected objects safari

Design and prototype connected objects suited to urban needs

Signage of tomorrow

Create new unambiguous signage

Trees vs. Cars

Use decision trees to classify vehicles based on their environmental impact

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How to collectively design a sustainable city?

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protocols

Citizen participation : Students will raise the idea that sustainability cannot be achieved without the involvement of residents. This hypothesis assumes that considering the real and diverse needs of citizens is essential for designing an urban environment that promotes collective well-being. Collaboration between stakeholders : They will reflect on the importance of cooperation between public, private, community, and citizen actors. This cooperation is vital to develop balanced and effective solutions that respect everyone's interests and shared sustainability goals. Technological innovation and urban planning : Students will examine the idea that innovation, in terms of green technologies and sustainable infrastructure, plays a key role in reducing the city’s ecological footprint, particularly through resource management and pollution reduction. A long-term vision : They will discuss the importance of urban planning that anticipates future needs, ensuring that decisions made today do not compromise the quality of life for future generations, while addressing current challenges (mobility, waste management, pollution).

Urban detective challenge

Simulate urban management and public service coordination during a crisis

Data vs. Context

Understanding the importance of context in interpreting urban data through role-playing

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Class experiment, Sofia - Bulgaria

In class • 10 Year 6 students • Testing field protocols Context: Testing SteamCity protocols in a real classroom setting with a focus on solving concrete problems and exploring everyday technologies, discovering the protocol on bird songs

What appealed: Successful connection between school learning and real environmental issues. Student engagement even on initially unappealing topics. Educational format appreciated for its educational and practical aspect.Field testimonials:

• "I really enjoyed it because it was educational. For me, it was fantastic and I like this type of lesson"
• "I like saving nature. I learned so many new things. I love STEM."

Conclusions on SteamCity usage:

• Marked appreciation from students for real-life problem-solving lessons
• Awareness of the importance of understanding the technologies used daily
• Spontaneous discussions generated about connected objects (smartwatches)

Our partner EduTech: https://www.edutech.bg/

Multiplier event, Europe - UltraLab

2024-2025 • International scientific community • Networking and promotion of SteamCity Context :

• Participation in major European events (Ars Electronica, CERN Art & Science Summit) to present the urban pedagogical approach SteamCity
• Positioning within the European innovation ecosystem for education and creating synergies with the international scientific and artistic community

Session structure :

• Targeted networking with prestigious institutions and similar projects in art, science, and education.
• Exchange sessions on adapting the project to different European national contexts.

What appealed: A transdisciplinary approach combining city, technology, and pedagogy. Reproducible methodology across different European contexts. Alignment with contemporary concerns on STEAM education and urban innovation. Concrete transformation of the urban environment into a learning laboratory. Beyond SteamCity :

• European network: identifying collaboration opportunities with prestigious institutions. 
• Scientific community: creating lasting links

Our partner UltraLab: https://ultra-lab.net//

How to make sense of data?

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Systematic data collection and analysis: The information on demographics, infrastructure, and services helps better understand urban challenges. Students will learn how data informs informed decisions in city planning and local governance. Rigorous data validation: Cross-checking sources and ensuring data integrity enhances their reliability. Students will explore how rigorous validation processes, by cross-referencing multiple sources and maintaining data integrity, strengthen the trustworthiness of information used in urban planning. Data contextualisation: Integrating contextual information into data allows students to reflect on how understanding local issues improves decision-making efficiency in urban development. This helps in designing solutions tailored to each area. Ethical frameworks in data management: Embedding ethical principles in urban data management (privacy protection, transparency in data use) addresses how responsible practices build stakeholder trust and ensure urban planning respects societal rights and values.

FactBusters

Develop critical thinking by verifying information using the scientific method

The AI Odyssey

Discover urban sensors and debate the ethical issues of artificial intelligence

Data vs. Context

Understanding the importance of context in interpreting urban data through role-playing

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Compatible card choices :

• STM32 IoT Node ✓✓✓ : Built-in accelerometer + external possible, comparative analyses
• STeaMi ✓✓✓ : Built-in accelerometer
• Raspberry Pi Pico ✓✓ : Processing power for signal processing
• Arduino Uno ✓✓ : Mature libraries, fast processing

External accelerometer (ADXL345 or MPU6050)

Technical specifications :

• Ranges : ±2g to ±16g configurable
• Interface : I2C or SPI
• Resolution : 16 bits
• Sampling frequency : up to 3200Hz
• Gesture and shock detection

STEAM32 STeaMi

All-in-one educational platform with multiple sensors and modular connectors for all school levels Target audience: STEAM teachers, students, makers Educational levels: Primary to higher education Highlights :

• Creative projects: games and interactive animations
• Wide variety of pre-existing sensors and built-in screen
• Compatible with Micro:bit and Jacdac
• Project-based learning at all levels

• Languages: Block programming, C++, JavaScript, Python, Rust
• Platforms: CircuitPython, MakeCode, MicroPython, STM32CubeIDE, Scratch
• Built-in sensors: Accelerometer, distance, gyroscope, humidity, light, magnetometer, pressure, temperature
• Price: €45 | Difficulty: Easy

https://steami.cc/

Compatible card choices:

• Micro:bit ✓✓ : Simple analog inputs, easy calibration
• STM32 IoT Node ✓ : Built-in light sensor (useful redundancy)
• STeaMi ✓✓ : Built-in light sensor + possibility of external LDR
• Arduino Uno ✓ : Multiple analog inputs, 10-bit resolution

LDR Photoresistor

Technical specifications:

• Dark resistance: 1MΩ
• Full light resistance: 10kΩ
• Spectral response: 540nm (peak sensitivity)
• Interface: Analog (voltage divider required)
• Power supply: 3-5V

ESP32

M5Stack, HaloCode

Affordable WiFi microcontroller for creating connected objects and IoT applications Target audience: STEAM teachers, engineers, students, makers Educational levels: High school to university Highlights:

• Versatile and powerful microcontroller
• IoT applications and advanced electronics projects
• Collaboration and project sharing
• Integrated WiFi connectivity

• Languages: Block programming, C++, Python
• Platforms: Arduino IDE, MakeCode, MicroPython, PlatformIO, Vittascience
• Connectivity: Built-in WiFi
• Price: £33 | Difficulty: Medium

https://m5stack.com/ https://www.a4.fr/halocode-v2-makeblock.html

on-site exploration

collective intelligence

Direct observation and investigation on site to anchor learning in the local reality, creating an authentic link between theory and territorial practice

Collaborative knowledge building through sharing experiences, perspectives, and complementary skills, valuing the diversity of approaches and expertise

scientific communication

citizen engagement

Active participation in community life and raising awareness of contemporary societal issues, shaping informed and engaged citizens in social transformation

Development of skills in synthesis, argumentation, and presentation of research results, mastering the codes of scientific dissemination

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NUCLEO-L476RG

STM32 board for higher technical education and industrial projects Target audience: Engineers, students, makers Educational levels : High school to university Highlights :

• Advanced electronics learning tool
• Practical projects and engaging activities
• Technical and professional training
• Specialised university programmes

• Languages : Block programming, C++, JavaScript, Python
• Platforms : MakeCode, STM32CubeIDE, Vittascience, mbed
• Connectivity : Arduino Shield Connector, ST-Link, USB
• Price : 23.9€ | Difficulty : High

https://www.st.com/en/evaluation-tools/nucleo-l476rg.html

Compatible card choices :

• Arduino Uno ✓✓ : Robust libraries for gesture recognition
• STM32 IoT Node ✓✓ : Processing power for AI algorithms
• STeaMi ✓✓✓ : Already integrated
• Raspberry Pi Pico ✓✓ : Sufficient memory for complex processing
• Micro:bit ✓ : Possible but limited memory

APDS-9960 - Gesture/proximity/colour sensor

Technical specifications :

• Interface : I2C
• Functions : Gestures, proximity, ambient light, RGB colour
• Gesture range : 10-25cm
• Built-in IR LED
• Power consumption : 100µA in standby

problem decomposition

abstraction and modelling

Ability to break down a complex problem into smaller, more manageable sub-problems, developing a methodical and structured approach to problem-solving

Simplified representation of reality to focus on essential elements, developing conceptual thinking and synthesis skills

pattern recognition

algorithmic thinking

Design of sequential and logical instructions to systematically solve problems, structuring thinking and developing logical rigour

Identification of regularities, recurring structures, and generalisable principles, stimulating abstraction and generalisation skills

Access the "Problem-Solving Learning" protocols

for society

challenges

Interconnection of health and environmental sectors Promotion of healthy and happy communities Contribution to efforts against climate change Active participation in building sustainable cities

Sustainable city development while preserving the environmentEqual access to green spaces and clean air for all Teaching environmental challenges at school Involving students in local and global initiatives

at school

for students

Schools empower students on environmental issues through sustainability actions Student well-being at school must be a priority Schools train students to act on well-being and environmental issues Education prepares for sustainable practices

Protect ecosystems through concrete actionsDefend equitable access to resources for all Adopt eco-responsible behaviours Understand societal well-being issues

Access to "Environment, Well-being, and Public Health" protocols

Multiplier event, Brussels - Belgium

22 August 2025 • 11+ teachers • SteamCity and urban AI training Context :

• Teacher training at the Université Libre de Bruxelles on SteamCity resources
• Focus on artificial intelligence in urban development, using micro:bit for greening projects and exploring decision trees

Session structure :

• Presentation of the SteamCity project and its resources, followed by an expert session on the role of AI in urban development.
• Practical workshop with micro:bit for urban greening projects and discovery of decision trees.

What appealed: Engaging and friendly atmosphere with enthusiastic participants. Successful training of 11 new teachers on the resource "Sorting waste with AI". Positive feedback from participants who are delighted with the experience.Beyond SteamCity :

• Ongoing support: offering assistance to teachers for classroom implementation.
• Specialised training on educational AI extended to other institutions.
• Development of an AI-education expertise network in Belgium

Our partner La Scientothèque : https://www.lascientotheque.be/

How does AI learn compared to a human?

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AI learns by adjusting its algorithms based on the data provided: If AI analyses data sets to adjust its algorithms, then it will be able to improve its performance based on the information and guidance supplied by data and human choices. Reinforcement learning allows AI to improve its decisions: If AI uses reinforcement learning, then it can optimise its actions based on rewards or penalties received, enabling continuous improvements in dynamic and complex environments. Comparing biological and artificial learning processes sheds light on how AI works: If we compare AI learning processes to those of biological beings, then we can better understand and demystify AI's functioning, avoiding the perception of it as a "black box".

Birdsongs AI Explorer

Identify bird species through sound recognition and artificial intelligence

Optimised waste sorting

Develop an automatic waste classification system using artificial intelligence

Bio-inspired learning

Understanding human learning mechanisms and discovering reinforcement learning

Trees vs. Cars

Use decision trees to classify vehicles based on their environmental impact

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Series of directed workshopsBelgium

Students and teachers • 98+ participants • 6 thematic workshops • Brussels, Charleroi Context: A series of practical workshops including the use of the micro:bit map (air quality, urban greening, pollinator mapping), a data walk, and training sessions in various schools

What appealed: Completely new discovery of the micro:bit map. Practical approach with sensors enabling real measurements in the field. Diversity of themes covered: air pollution, urban biodiversity, greening.Field testimonials: Teachers highlight the educational value of these concrete approaches to understanding urban and environmental issues through technology, across various institutions in Brussels, Charleroi, and surrounding areas.

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Successful introduction to STEAM concepts, Smart City, and Learning City
• Autonomous mastery of micro:bit tools and sensors by participants
• Concrete measurements carried out in various environments (classrooms, courtyard, roadside proximity)

Our partner La Scientothèque: https://www.lascientotheque.be/

Multiplier event, Marseille - France

22 May 2025 • 292 students + 500-600 participants • Bio-inspired learning and urban AI Context:

• Introduction to bio-inspired learning concepts via an unplugged robotic activity
• Integration into the ITER Robots competition with students from Year 5 to Sixth Form, teachers, and CEA/ITER engineers

Session structure:

• Activity from 9:00 to 14:00 around the competition (during students' and teachers' free time).
• Exploration of a 6x6 grid to test trial-and-error navigation algorithms with reward/obstacle systems.
• Reflection phase and debrief connecting the experience to reinforcement learning algorithms.

What captivated: Strong engagement from all 292 students at all levels through gamification. Adaptable approach: spontaneous curiosity from the youngest, elaborate strategies from the older students. Highly appreciated interactive format. Teachers highlight the relevance as an entry point to complex AI.Beyond SteamCity:

• Integration of SteamCity into large-scale events - Invitation received for 2026
• Expansion towards comprehensive educational pathways on machine learning and smart cities.

Our partner L.A.B: https://www.labaixbidouille.com/

Arduino Uno

The reference for teaching electronics and C++ programming in an accessible way Target audience : STEAM teachers, students, makers Educational levels : Middle school to university Highlights :

• User-friendly interface for beginners
• Seamless integration into STEM programmes
• Hands-on learning and experimentation
• Collaborative projects and problem-solving
• Training and workshops for teachers

• Languages : C++
• Platforms : Arduino IDE, Ardublock, Scratch for Arduino, Visual Studio Code, Vittascience
• Connectivity : Arduino Shield Connector, USB
• Price : 23.9€ | Difficulty : Medium

https://store-usa.arduino.cc/products/arduino-uno-rev3

What is the impact of urban pollution on quality of life?

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SoundSquad

Urban noise pollution reduces overall well-being: If noise pollution levels are high in urban areas, it will lead to a decrease in citizens' well-being and an increase in stress. Chronic exposure to urban noise affects cognitive abilities: If citizens are continuously exposed to high levels of urban noise, their concentration and cognitive functions will be impaired. Urban light pollution impacts sleep quality: If levels of light pollution in urban environments are high, citizens' sleep quality will be negatively affected. Prolonged exposure to urban light pollution influences mood: If citizens are exposed over a long period to high levels of light pollution, this could lead to increased mood disorders and affect their overall well-being. Air pollution varies according to weather conditions: If air pollution levels fluctuate with weather conditions, certain times of the year may pose increased health risks for urban residents.

Subjectively mapping noise nuisances and comparing them with objective measurements

Decibel Detective

Measure and analyse the impact of noise on learning abilities using sensors

Outdoor air quality

Monitor atmospheric pollution and establish correlations with weather conditions

Light vs. Zzz

Study the impact of urban pollution on sleep quality through data collection

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Experiential training, Brussels - Belgium

Teachers • 14 participants (4 online + 10 on-site) • AI and micro:bit session Context: Training combining presentation of the SteamCity project, expert session on the role of AI in urban development, exploration of decision trees, and micro:bit workshop for urban greening projects

What appealed: Hybrid format allowing participation both remotely and in person. Practical approach with the micro:bit appreciated. Successful combination of theoretical expertise on urban AI and hands-on manipulation of tools.Field testimonials: Participants were delighted with the training. The SteamCity team offers ongoing support to assist with the implementation of projects in schools, demonstrating a long-term commitment to the trained teachers.

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Engaging and friendly atmosphere encouraging exchanges
• Enthusiasm expressed by participants for classroom implementation
• Identified need for additional time to deepen practical workshops

Our partner La Scientothèque: https://www.lascientotheque.be/

Learning scenario, Naples - Italy

Secondary education • 10 teachers • 3 evaluated protocols Context: Interactive evaluation of FactBuster (fighting fake news), Smart Object Safari (exploring connected objects), and Design Road Signs (creating urban signs)

What stood out: Smart Object Safari scores 9.6/10 for clarity and 10/10 for usefulness. FactBuster is rated "extremely useful, clear, and well-structured." 90% plan to share these resources with their colleagues.Field testimonials:

• "An experience I would describe as 'special', opening excellent prospects for the school of the future" 
• "A very productive day in terms of knowledge and acquiring new skills"

Conclusions on SteamCity uses:

• Natural and spontaneous interaction with the equipment during practical sessions
• Protocols described as "interesting", "applicable", and "engaging" by participants
• Constructive suggestions for improvement: integration of generative AI, adaptation to different ages

Our partner Perlatecnica: https://www.perlatecnica.it/

questioning and problematization

critical analysis of results

Formulation of relevant research questions based on observations or problem situations, developing scientific curiosity and analytical skills

Interpretation of data, validation or invalidation of hypotheses, and communication of conclusions according to scientific communication standards

experimental protocol

hypothesis generation

Development of the ability to propose provisional explanations based on existing knowledge, stimulating creativity and scientific reasoning

Design and implementation of rigorous experiments to test formulated hypotheses, mastering scientific methodology and experimental rigor

contextual immersion

systemic understanding

Creating learning environments that accurately replicate real or plausible situations, allowing an authentic experience of the issues studied

Understanding complex interactions between different actors, constraints, and objectives, revealing the complexity of urban and societal systems

collaborative decision-making

learning through lived experience

Development of social and cognitive skills through authentic role-playing, anchoring knowledge in personal experience

Experimentation with negotiation, compromise, and collective resource management processes, developing social and democratic skills

for society

the challenges

Strengthen urban connectivity Reduce emissions and pollution Stimulate economic development by facilitating the transport of goods and people Improve access to services and opportunities

Develop innovative transportation solutions to reduce emissions and improve efficiencyCreate effective regulatory frameworks Ensure equitable access to transport for all communities Promote sustainable mobility infrastructure

at school

for students

School teaches the importance of sustainable mobility School can enable experimentation with new mobility projects School raises awareness among students about accessibility and equity School trains future change-makers in mobility

Easily access educational institutions Discover new environments through mobility Discover the new technologies behind sustainable and autonomous mobility

Access the "Sustainable Mobility, Transport and Regulation" protocols