Exploring the Transformative Integration of Immersive Makerspace for Teaching Abstract Science Concepts

Abstract

This study outlines the design and implementation of an Immersive Makerspace (IM) using the Mozilla Hubs, an online Virtual Reality (VR) platform accessible across geographical boundaries through mobile devices, personal computers (PCs), and web-enabled VR headsets. This Design-Based Research (DBR) study explores the effectiveness and challenges of “making” in an IM. Learning from the challenges through different iterations, this study aims to platform to foster elementary students' learning of abstract science concepts.