Our Newsletter#3 Is Out!
The second newsletter of the OrganKits project is now available at our website.
Advancing Anatomical Science: Specialized Plastination Training at Discover-IN
Plastination, an innovative anatomical technique, has revolutionized the way we preserve and study biological tissues. This sophisticated process involves replacing water and fat in tissues with curable polymers, resulting in specimens that are dry, odorless, and durable, making them invaluable for educational and research purposes. Mastery of this technique requires specialized training in experienced laboratories….
How Does a Healthy Brain Encourage Mindfulness?
Ever wondered about the enigmatic powerhouse housed within our skulls? At Duca Abruzzi School, we delved deep into the complexities of the human brain! Our students embarked on an eye-opening journey as they examined a plastinated brain up close and personal. From dissecting the cerebral cortex to tracing the pathways of the brainstem and cerebellum,…
Organkits: on its way to becoming an example of good practice
April 5, 2024 – Having passed the halfway point of its implementation, the Organkits project underwent the mid-term evaluation by the experts of the Spanish Service for the Internationalization of Education (SEPIE), the Spanish national agency of the Erasmus+ program. Interim Report In this report, the Organkits consortium detailed all the activities, achievements and results…
Organkits at the 7th OPEN SPACE of the European University Foundation (EUF)
The 7th edition of the “Open Space” organized by the European University Foundation was hosted by the University of Murcia from May 28 to 31, 2024. This event brought together over 50 participants from approximately 25 European universities, all experts in the development of international projects, particularly those funded by the European Union through the…
Organkits: Educational innovation in European secondary school classrooms
Portugal – On May 21-22, the team of the Erasmus+ project “Organkits: a new material for STEAM education based on plastination” met in Portugal to discuss the results of the first implementation phase. This project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ program, is developing an innovative resource for secondary education by introducing kits of real plastinated organs…
THE ORGAKITS EDUCATIONAL MODEL – Concept and main characteristics
The OrganKits Educational Model represents a novel pedagogical approach for Secondary Schools with the primary objective of fostering active learning within the STEAM domain. Distinguished by the innovative utilization of plastinated organs as a tactile and manipulative asset, this material is coupled with an educational framework that offers adaptable teaching modalities for the STEAM disciplines….