The aim of the LUMA Centre Finland — a network of Finnish universities — is to inspire and motivate children and youth into mathematics, science and technology through the latest methods and activities of science and technology education. The aim is also to support the life-long learning of teachers working on levels of education from early childhood to universities, and strengthen the development of research-based teaching.
Current Affairs
New online book on national and international LUMA science education: Best solutions and models for a good future
How to inspire future factors to study mathematics, science and technology? How to support skilled teachers and prospective teachers in … Read more
National development program, LUMA2020, brought new openings, materials and inspired collaboration between schools, universities and industry
LUMA Centre Finland (11 universities and 13 centers) implemented a national LUMA2020 program (2019-2020) which was funded by the Ministry … Read more
Open positions: Four Doctoral Students in Science Education
Do you want to have a role in ensuring a good future for children and young people? Are you interested … Read more
New climate change education project CLIMATE? about to begin
Concerns and questions about climate are part of everyday discussions in our societies. Also students in schools have questions they … Read more
New professor of science education encourages scientific thinking
As a first in Finland, the University of Helsinki has established a professorship in science education focused on the natural … Read more
