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This paper presents the use of highly interactive simulation-based virtual equipment, customizable online laboratories, and integrated e-learning environments for STEM education and professional training. The covered subject areas include X-ray equipment and technologies and their applications for investigating crystal structure and microstructure, various biomanufacturing technologies and equipment, energy sources, energy efficiency, responsible energy consumption, and other topics. The activity-centered approach and gamified pedagogy are consistent with the learning habits of millennials. Adaptable and immersive virtual activities facilitate personalized cross-disciplinary learning STEM principles and laws in the realistic contexts familiar to students from their everyday life and workplace experience. Mastering practical skills are combined with studying theoretical knowledge. The described e-learning tools have been used for performing authentic laboratory and workplace tasks online, preparing students and company personnel for conventional hands-on training, lesson demonstrations, performance-based assessment of gained knowledge and skills, and much more. The browser-based applications are mobile-friendly and can run on Windows, iOS and, Android platforms. They can also be incorporated into online courses available on MOOC platforms.
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Cherner, Y. et al. (2019). Interactive and Adaptable Mobile-Friendly e-Learning Environments for K-12 and Higher STEM Education and Skills Training. In: Auer, M., Tsiatsos, T. (eds) Mobile Technologies and Applications for the Internet of Things. IMCL 2018. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 909. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-11434-3_27
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