Using the ASTEM curve in teaching physics

Video Description (English):

This video presents a physics lesson on thermal expansion using the STEM curve model (ESTEAM) and design thinking. During the lesson, I integrated an interactive digital simulation to help students visualize how materials expand when heated. After exploring the simulation, the students applied the principles of design thinking to create their own models that demonstrate thermal expansion in real-life situations.

The video shows each stage of the learning process—from observing the simulated behavior of materials, to brainstorming ideas, designing prototypes, and explaining how their models represent thermal expansion. This approach helped students connect scientific concepts with creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on design, making the learning experience engaging, meaningful, and aligned with STEM-based learning.