New Scenarios and Trends in Nontraditional Laboratories From 2000 to 2020
Ricardo Martín Fernández, Félix García-Loro, Gustavo R. Alves, África López-Rey, Russ Meier, Manuel Castro
Abstract
For educational institutions in STEM areas, the provision of practical learning scenarios is, traditionally, a major concern. In the 21st century, the explosion of ICTs, as well as the universalization of low-cost hardware, have allowed the proliferation of technical solutions for any field; in the case of experimentation, encouraging the emergence and proliferation of non-traditional experimentation platforms. This movement has resulted in enriched practical environments, with wider adaptability for both students and teachers. In this paper, the evolution of scholar production has been analyzed at the global level from 2000 to 2020. Current and emerging experimentation scenarios have been identified, specifying the scope and boundaries between them.