Abstract:

This research presents the integration of the scientific field of the human body Biology and Bioastronautics, as an interdisciplinary field applicable in the last two grades of the Primary school curriculum through the Project method. The relation between the scientific fields above and the interconnection with the STE(A)M sciences is leading to new transformations regarding teaching and theoretical approaches.
In detail, the bibliographic review analyzes the teaching approach of Biology and Sciences, STE(A)M education and Bioastronautics as an interdisciplinary scientific field. Furthermore, the connection between STE(A)M sciences and Biology teaching is examined with the use of new digital technologies in Primary School Education. The methodology that is followed begins when an innovative teaching plan is proposed, that is then implemented through the Project method application, which includes the course of teaching, the worksheets, the supervisory material, and the teaching aids that are needed for the two subjects to be taught. Through the Project method students cooperating with each other, are creating an innovating digital book, open and accessible to everyone interested in learning about life in space and Bioastronautics.
During the educational scenario implementation, young students discover the lows of gravity and friction and the human body sustainability in space and in microgravity conditions. Specifically, they learn about space biology, space psychology, nutrition, hygiene, and the exercise program followed by astronauts in space, as well as the preparation they have followed before space travel and the dangers they encounter during it and how they can face them.
Young students are introduced to the interdisciplinary bioastronautics field as a STE(A)M field while at the same time to the real-world complex problem-solving processes. They learn to collaborate and work together as a team while they are making use of inquiring based learning approaches to be able to successfully solve the complex problems they face.
To conclude, a discussion forum examines whether the research questions raised in the methodology are achievable and what are the expected results and consequences for all participants involved (students and teachers) during the Project completion.

Keywords:

Bioastronautics, biology teaching, STE(A)M, Project method.