Conference Agenda

This project implements a learning experience, "What's Behind the Plug?", that addresses the diverse abilities, learning spaces, and styles of students. Designed for young people with special educational needs, it is carried out with members of the Aviva Foundation.

This work is the result of integrating the Service-Learning methodology into the Didactics course of the Physics and Chemistry specialization within the Master's Degree in Secondary Education, Baccalaureate, Vocational Training, and Language Teaching at the University of Salamanca. We consider it essential for the training of future teachers to understand and internalize the Service-Learning methodology in a practical way [1]. In this case, the experience was designed and implemented as part of the Master's Thesis.

Attention to diversity and inclusion are fundamental aspects of current education, with effective learning as the goal for all students. The methodological pillars of this learning experience are Service-Learning, gamification, and problem-based learning, with the aim of making physics accessible to people with disabilities. The goal is for students to actively participate in their own education. This approach develops the "learning to learn" competency. During the sessions, students observe experiments and participate in games related to various physical phenomena to understand the essence of energy transformations, as well as the generation and transmission of electricity [2], prioritizing hands-on learning. They are also encouraged to build an electrical circuit, fostering collaborative work and problem-solving skills.

The program was designed to spark interest in science and teach students about the use of renewable energy sources as an alternative. This has been demonstrated in the evaluation conducted based on the diverse profiles of the participants.

We have observed that students' perceptions and understanding of information can vary due to factors like their curricular competence, intellectual and linguistic aptitude, and cognitive processes. Hence, it is crucial for teachers to provide multiple access options for effective knowledge acquisition and to consider scholar' abilities and differences for strategic evaluation

Through this project, we have gained deeper insights into the needs and perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Embracing diverse ways of thinking, valuing each person's unique strengths and challenges. This work reinforces the importance of inclusion across all aspects of society, extending beyond physical accessibility. It emphasizes the necessity of ensuring equal opportunities and valuing diversity for all individuals.