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SUMMARY:P06 - A systematic mapping review of astronomy education research 
 in Southeast Asia: Trends\, innovations\, challenges\, and research direct
 ions
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20261123T033000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20261123T040000Z
DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20261112T134454Z
UID:indico-contribution-855@indico.narit.or.th
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Dharel Acut (Cebu Technological University\; Cebu No
 rmal University)\nAstronomy education research has expanded in response to
  increasing interest in space science\, technological innovation\, and int
 erdisciplinary STEM learning. However\, the landscape of astronomy educati
 on research in Southeast Asia remains fragmented\, with limited synthesis 
 of prevailing themes\, pedagogical approaches\, innovations\, and research
  directions. This study maps the landscape of astronomy education research
  in Southeast Asia by examining research trends\, thematic focus areas\, i
 nstructional innovations\, key pedagogical approaches\, educational findin
 gs\, and persistent challenges and gaps. A systematic mapping review of 35
  peer-reviewed studies was conducted using a structured screening and them
 atic coding process. The findings reveal that astronomy education research
  in the region is strongly oriented toward technology-enhanced learning\, 
 space engineering and STEM-based initiatives\, and inquiry-oriented approa
 ches. Major astronomy topics investigated include general astronomy concep
 ts and solar system-related phenomena\, space systems and engineering appl
 ications\, and space science outreach. Experiential learning\, technology-
 enhanced learning\, inquiry-based learning\, and project-based learning em
 erged as dominant pedagogical approaches. Synthesized findings indicate th
 at most studies report improvements in conceptual understanding\, scientif
 ic skills\, engagement\, and interest in STEM. However\, persistent challe
 nges include limited infrastructure and accessibility\, scalability constr
 aints\, technology-related barriers\, and gaps in teacher preparedness. Th
 e review further highlights research gaps related to long-term impact eval
 uation\, broader empirical validation\, improved assessment approaches\, c
 urriculum integration\, and inclusive astronomy education. Overall\, astro
 nomy education in Southeast Asia demonstrates strong innovation potential 
 but requires more sustained\, longitudinal\, and context-responsive resear
 ch to support equitable and impactful astronomy learning.\n\nhttps://indic
 o.narit.or.th/event/238/contributions/855/
LOCATION:Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort\, Mactan\, Cebu
URL:https://indico.narit.or.th/event/238/contributions/855/
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