TeleTangibles is a research initiative aimed at redefining technology driven STEM learning through the integration of haptic (touch-based) interactions. By bridging embodied learning, inclusive design, and advancements in mechatronic technology, this project seeks to create tangible learning resources that enhance engagement and accessibility for all students, particularly those with visual impairments. In collaboration with experts in inclusive design, haptic technologies, and learning sciences, we are developing flexible, interactive tools that can function independently or alongside digital simulations. Through an iterative co-design and development process with educators and students, we aim to explore how sensorially diverse learners interact with STEM concepts by physically manipulating objects that communicate through touch. This work paves the way for a more inclusive, multimodal approach to STEM education that ensures all learners, regardless of visual ability, can engage meaningfully with tangible and digital learning experiences.
PhET Interactive Simulations (University of Colorado Boulder)
Embodied Design Research Laboratory (University of California Berkeley)
Wisconsin Center for Education Research (University of Wisconsin- Madison)