Creative Learning through AI & Stealth Assessment in STEM
University of Florida College of Education
Led by Dr. Seyedahmad Rahimi
Stealth Assessment
Innovative approaches to seamless learning evaluation
Creativity
Fostering creative thinking in educational environments
Physics Learning
Enhancing physics education through technology
AI
Artificial Intelligence in educational contexts
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Lab Focus
CLASS Lab Logo Design
The CLASS Lab logo embodies our philosophy of human-centered creativity and AI-driven innovation.
The ‘A’ represents a person, symbolizing learners at the core of our research. Its upward form reflects growth and discovery,
while the blue gradient conveys trust and technology. The orange accent adds warmth and creativity, blending science and imagination in balance.
Research Areas
Our work spans embedded assessment, interactive physics learning, and creativity development grounded in evidence and built for real classrooms.
Stealth Assessment
In the world of education, assessment plays a crucial role in measuring student learning and guiding instruction.
Traditional assessments, such as multiple-choice tests and essays, have long been the standard. However, as
technology advances and learning environments evolve, innovative assessment methods are emerging to better capture
student knowledge and skills. One such method is stealth assessment, a groundbreaking approach that
seamlessly integrates assessment into game-based learning environments.
Physics Learning
Physics can often be perceived as abstract and challenging, but at CLASS Lab, we bridge conceptual understanding
with interactive and game-based learning. Our Class Lab transforms physics learning into an immersive experience
where students actively experiment with principles in simulated environments. By integrating Stealth Assessment
into game-based physics learning, we ensure that students receive real-time feedback and adaptive challenges,
allowing for a deeper, more meaningful engagement with scientific concepts. This hands-on approach promotes
critical thinking, problem-solving, and a strong foundation in STEM education.
Creativity
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has consistently emphasized the significance of creativity as one of the essential
skills for thriving in the 21st century, alongside critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. This recognition
aligns with the increasing emphasis on creativity in educational frameworks and the workplace, where it is seen as a
critical driver of success and a means to address complex global challenges. Therefore, fostering creativity is vital
for individuals and organizations to navigate the complexities of the modern world and to contribute to meaningful
and innovative solutions.
AI in Education
At CLASS Lab, we explore how artificial intelligence can enhance teaching and learning while maintaining a human-centered approach.
Our work integrates generative AI and learning analytics to support personalized practice, adaptive feedback, and deeper engagement.
We focus on designing transparent and ethical AI systems that empower both educators and learners.
AI Literacy
AI Literacy is essential for preparing students to thrive in a technology-driven world. CLASS Lab develops AI literacy frameworks
and learning experiences that help learners understand, question, and creatively apply AI.
Through interactive tools and creative challenges, we empower students to engage critically and ethically with intelligent technologies.
Projects
Current Projects
ProductiveMath
ProductiveMath, an AI-powered platform that aids Productive Failure problem generation.
ProductiveMath is supported by over $451,563 in funding from the
Gates Foundation.
Creative explores large multimodal models (e.g., ChatGPT-4o) to automate creativity assessment and
game-level generation in the context of Physics Playground—training AI to assess the creativity
of human-authored levels.
Storiza is a reading app that leverages children's creativity to facilitate reading practice and improve ORF.
Developed for the NSF/Digital Promise VITAL Prize Challenge.
A free web-based platform that helps students learn core CS topics through music and music technology in a
fun, engaging environment. Supported by the NSF and several partners.
