Work Package 5 – Robo STEM Academy Guide and EduHub:

 Objectives and Contribution to Project Goals

The aim of WP5 is to support teachers, trainers, and tech communities in establishing and managing Robo STEM Academies by minimizing administrative burdens and providing tools for sustainable implementation.

• Identify real challenges faced by teachers when integrating STEM and robotics.
• Develop a Robo STEM Academy Guide with tools, templates, and good practices.
• Launch a Robo-STEM EduHub, a digital platform for knowledge-sharing and access to high-quality resources.
• Build a community of practice to ensure long-term use, growth, and impact.

This WP ensures the sustainability and usability of the project outcomes by helping teachers apply, manage, and grow Robo STEM initiatives effectively.

 Main Outputs

1. Robo STEM Academy Guide:
   • Administrative and operational guidelines.
   • Step-by-step support for setting up local Academies.
   • Practical tools, methods, and examples.
2. Robo-STEM EduHub:
   • Online platform with educational resources.
   • Structured access to internal and external high-quality content.
   • Space for collaboration and co-creation among educators.
3. Community of Practice:
   • A network of trainers and educators using project tools.
   • Promotes sharing of experiences, support, and continued improvement.

 Indicators of Achievement

Quantitative:

• Workshop and brainstorming participation: min. 1 per partner.
• Document feedback: min. 1 comment and 1 recommendation per partner.
• Errors in documentation: <3/page; in videos: <1/min.
• At least 5–10 identified teacher challenges.
• At least 3 successful models documented.

Qualitative:

• ≥75% participant satisfaction.
• Feedback analysis identifying improvement areas.
• Clear scope and structure.
• Positive feedback from institutional pilots.

 Partner Responsibilities

All partners are involved in all activities, with clear leaders for each:

• A1 – Co-creation & Teamwork: Build cooperation and shared understanding.
• A2 – Needs Assessment: Led by academic partners; defines needs and scope.
• A3 – Implementation:
  • Interviews to identify teacher challenges.
  • Research of successful models and practices.
  • Publishing the Academy Guide.
  • Developing the EduHub platform.
• A4 – Testing & Quality Assurance: Independent evaluation of outcomes.
• A5 – Learning, Teaching, Training (LTT): All partners + external educators.
• A6 – Piloting: Led by VET/secondary school; integrate and apply results in real environments.

Description of Activities

• Activity 1: Knowledge sharing and co-creation across partners.
• Activity 2: Research-based need assessment through interviews.
• Activity 3 (Main Implementation):
  • Identify 5–10 teacher challenges.
  • Identify 3+ effective STEM teaching models.
  • Publish Robo STEM Academy Guide (online).
  • Launch EduHub platform for resources and collaboration.
• Activity 4: Finalize quality-assured versions of all deliverables.
• Activity 5: Promote and build a community of practice.
• Activity 6: Pilot integration in schools and prepare for public dissemination.

Expected Participants

• Activity 1: 14 participants (4 host, 10 guest).
• Activity 2: 3 researchers (universities + VET).
• Activity 3 (per sub-activity): 8+ researchers across partners.
• Activity 5: 32+ trainers + researchers from all partners.
• Activity 6: 5+ researchers across academic and VET institutions.

Conclusion

WP5 is essential for ensuring sustainability, scalability, and practical impact of the Robo STEM project. It focuses on empowering educators by providing clear administrative frameworks, digital resources, and ongoing community support – bridging the gap between technical innovation and real-world classroom implementation.