The results of the AI4STEM project demonstrate the success of its primary objective: to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) to students aged 8 to 16 in a practical way. Drawing on the Five Big Ideas in AI and concrete IoT projects, the project offered teachers innovative teaching approaches aimed at sparking students' interest and strengthening their understanding of the positive impact of AI in their daily lives. A comprehensive set of educational resources was developed to integrate AI into STEM disciplines, taking into account both in-person and remote teaching environments. Furthermore, the establishment of a community of practice, hosted within a virtual academy, fostered exchanges and collaboration between educators, as well as the sustainability of the project's achievements. The initial objectives were thus fully achieved, contributing to a holistic, interactive, and accessible approach to artificial intelligence in primary and secondary education.
Our project, AI4STEM, addresses the educational needs exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, promoting the transition to hybrid teaching. Given the lack of comprehensive AI integration in primary and secondary education, our motivation is based on three pillars. First, we develop digital resources for teachers, facilitating the practical introduction of AI into their lessons. Second, we seek to broaden students' understanding of AI through simple IoT projects. Finally, we offer tools adapted to informal education, aiming to make learning both instructive and entertaining. Our project is part of a proactive approach, providing concrete solutions for integrating AI into teaching, aligned with UNESCO recommendations and AI initiatives.