Discover the technologies of the Spoke 1 school demonstrator in the new video
A new video offers an in-depth look at the technologies developed for the Spoke 1 demonstrator, coordinated by Monica Gori, Principal Investigator of the Unit for Visually Impaired People at IIT.
The video guides viewers and stakeholders through the solutions designed for the school environment, showing how research and innovation can translate into practical tools for inclusive learning.
The demonstrator integrates tools developed by a multidisciplinary team of researchers from IIT, CNR, the University of Genoa, and ETT, including Monica Gori, Andrea Senacheribbe, Giulia Pusceddu, Francesco Rocchi, Lorenzo Landolfi, Susanna Alloisio, Francesco Rea, Alice De Luca, Brigida Bonino, Chiara Malagoli, Davide Chiarella, Lorenza Saettone, Alice Nardelli, and Francesca Corrao. In the video, each technology is presented with clear explanations of its educational goals and practical functioning.
Among the featured technologies, Cambia Colore analyzes children’s movements to support emotion recognition and body-based communication. Human in the Scene provides data on group collaboration dynamics, offering insights into participant engagement. For primary schools, the video shows how Insegno, a web platform with lessons in Italian Sign Language (LIS), and 3D-printed Tactile Maps make complex subjects such as geography and astronomy more accessible. SenseObject, a sensorized physical device developed by ETT, enhances visuospatial skills through play, while the Memory app promotes empathy and collaboration within the classroom.
Technologies designed for lower secondary schools also play a key role. Rice Meta supports the learning of metaphors through interaction with an assistive robot, Virtual Museum guides students through immersive cultural experiences, and Rice Persona explores how the perceived personality of a robot influences collaborative task performance. Completing the ecosystem, Environmental State, developed by CNR, monitors environmental conditions in real time, providing an integrated understanding of the classroom setting.
The video goes beyond showcasing devices and highlights the design principles and inclusive approach behind the demonstrator. Viewers gain insight into how these technological solutions respond to real educational needs, supporting personalized and interactive learning pathways from early childhood through adolescence.
While focusing on the technologies, the video also briefly recalls the event held on December 9 at the Teglia Comprehensive Institute, where the demonstrator was presented in the presence of students. That occasion offered a direct opportunity to observe how innovative solutions can enrich teaching practices and foster active participation.
The Spoke 1 demonstrator video represents a unique opportunity to explore the technological ecosystem developed by researchers, offering teachers, stakeholders, and citizens a concrete vision of how scientific research can become effective, inclusive, and innovative educational tools.
