Learning Archaeoastronomy in Temples with STEM-focused Mobile Learning Approach

Abstract

Ancient people during prehistorical time constructed their knowledge based on observation and recording then kept it on archaeological site. Young generations are trying to understand the secret of historical site which was called archaeology study. In Thailand, there are many temples and that temple may keep ancient astronomy knowledge. However, there are not many scientists who are interested in archaeoastronomy in our country. Our research focused on mobile learning approach which is proposed to enhance Archaeoastronomy activity with STEM-focused in historical field. The activity was designed based on STEM activity. Science and Math were applied on astronomy topic. Technology was applied on mobile learning and Engineering was applied on drawing and scaling. Additionally, mobile learning was used to support all STEM activities in field because of astronomy mobile applications are widely spread during 21st century. The results showed that students can learn more in field when use mobile supporting in STEM activities and soft skills such as critical thinking, questioning and problem solving were use during this activity. The research could challenge teachers who appreciate STEM education to apply more archaeoastronomy in their historical site around the world.