AI for STEAM in Education

Piet Kommers, İpek Saralar

AI for STEAM in Education

Thematic Learning in Practice

Bridges AI and STEAM for creative, critical, and adaptive learning across disciplines

• Offers a thematic framework for real-world problem-solving in education

• Tackles ethical, social, and emotional dimensions of AI in teaching

This edited volume explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping education through interdisciplinary, creative, and ethically grounded practices. Drawing on the EduSimSTEAM and EduAI projects, this book offers educators practical insights into integrating AI tools across the teaching cycle, from lesson design to student engagement and assessment. With a strong focus on conceptual thinking, thematic learning, and STEAM principles, it empowers teachers to foster critical thinking, authentic problem-solving, and inclusive learning methods. Backed by empirical research and visionary frameworks, this volume is essential for educators, curriculum designers, and policymakers as they work toward an AI-augmented future for Learning.

Edition No: 1

2026 . Approx. 350 p. 61 illus.

Series

Springer Texts in Education

Soft cover

ISBN 978-3-032-18805-2

109.99 € | £ 99.99 | $ 119.99

117.69 € (D) | 120.99 € (A) | CHF 130.00

Mastering the AI-STEAM Frontier: A Landmark Publication by Piet Kommers and İpek Saralar

It is our pleasure to announce a groundbreaking addition to the global pedagogical library: “AI for STEAM in Education: Thematic Learning in Practice” by Piet Kommers (Netherlands) and Ipek Saralar (Turkiye).

Published in 2026, this volume serves as the definitive manual for educators navigating the complexities of an AI-augmented future.

At the heart of this work is the leading authorship of Prof. Dr. Piet Kommers, a distinguished IATELS Board Member and an internationally acknowledged visionary.

Prof. Kommers has long been a pioneer in technology assimilation, consistently addressing the evolving needs of modern education and its impact on social and economic development.

Inside the Book: AI Meets STEAM

This edited volume (approx. 350 pages with 61 detailed illustrations) isn’t just theory—it’s a roadmap for the “teaching cycle” of tomorrow.

• Thematic Synergy: It bridges AI and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) through a thematic framework designed for real-world problem-solving.

• Empirical Foundations: The book draws on deep research from the EduSimSTEAM and EduAI projects, offering practical insights into integrating AI tools from lesson design to assessment.

• The Human Dimension: Beyond technical skills, the authors tackle the critical ethical, social, and emotional dimensions of AI in the classroom, ensuring that technology serves humanity, not the other way around.

• Inclusion & Critical Thinking: It empowers teachers to foster inclusive learning methods and high-level conceptual thinking, preparing students for an adaptive, critical role in a globalized workforce.

Meet the Legend at ICLTE 2026

The release of this book perfectly aligns with one of the most anticipated sessions of the 6th International Conference on Language Studies, Translation and Education (ICLTE 2026).

Prof. Dr. Piet Kommers will join us as a keynote speaker to share his methodological views and vast international experience.

The conference participants will have the unique opportunity to:

• Hear firsthand insights from the research that built this volume.

• Discuss the application of AI in Language Studies and Education.

• Explore how thematic learning can be streamlined in their educational establishments and practices.

“Prof. Kommers doesn’t just talk about the future of education; he builds the frameworks that make it possible. This book is a testament to his life’s work in bridging the gap between human intelligence and artificial tools.”

 

Publication Details at a Glance

• Title: AI for STEAM in Education: Thematic Learning in Practice

• Authors: Piet Kommers, İpek Saralar

• Edition: No. 1 (2026)

• Format: Approx. 350 pages | 61 Illustrations

• Key Themes: STEAM Principles, AI Ethics, Thematic Learning, EduAI Project Insights.