Group Visitssfrom 01.10.2026 to 30.06.2027
Every school class, tutoring class and student group is welcome at JOIST Innovation Park. Innovation Paths for Groups are educational tours specifically designed to introduce children to new technologies and entrepreneurship.
During JOIST group visits, students from first grade of primary through third grade high school learn to use advanced technologies as tools for creativity and foster an entrepreneurial spirit as they:
- Develop their own applications
- Experiment
- Enrich their knowledge
- Collaborate
- Get inspired
Objective
To unleash the creative potential of the new generation by familiarising them with advanced technologies and the principles of entrepreneurship, expanding their potential in each field of application.
Methodology
At JOIST Innovation Paths for Groups we follow the Composite Approach. We start from the “big” picture and inspiration to arrive at the “small” learning objectives of the workshops, providing integrated learning:
- Equipment
- Software
- Materials
We activate children’s interest by presenting the “big problem or challenge” and the “why”, so that they can then motivate themselves and search together with their instructors for the “what” and “how”.
The 5 Educational Pathways You Can Choose:
Space Technology & Innovation
Ages: 1st Grade Primary School – 3rd Grade High School
Duration: 2 hours (as part of the educational programme)
Cost: €5 per student
Children discover the fascinating world of space, planets, and space missions through experiments, scientific observations, and specialised educational workshops.
With the help of space technology, robotics, and STEM activities, they learn how satellites and spacecraft operate, how scientists study planets, and how technology contributes to space exploration.
Through hands-on activities and mini “space missions,” children experiment, collaborate, and explore solutions, developing their creativity, critical thinking, and interest in science and technology.
An educational journey into space, where knowledge meets technology and innovation.
Exploring the World of Artificial Intelligence
Ages: 1st Grade Primary School – 3rd Grade High School
Duration: 2 hours (as part of the educational programme)
Cost: €5 per student
Children are introduced to modern technology through play, experimentation, and interactive activities. Participants learn basic concepts related to smart devices, online safety, and misinformation.
Through robotics and AI projects, they become familiar with machine learning, pattern recognition, and decision-making logic.
The programme encourages creativity and critical thinking, while helping children understand how Artificial Intelligence affects our everyday lives.
Environmental Education through New Technologies
Ages: Kindergarten – 3rd Grade Junior High School
Duration: 2 hours (as part of the educational programme)
Cost: €5 per student
An interactive and hands-on learning experience that uses technology as a tool for environmental awareness and education.
Through a series of creative workshops, students have the opportunity to understand key concepts related to sustainability and ecological balance, while developing skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
At the same time, they are introduced to modern technologies and explore how these can contribute to a more sustainable future.
Educational Journey into New Technologies
Ages: Kindergarten – 3rd Grade High School
Duration: 2 hours (as part of the educational programme)
Cost: €5 per student
Students discover the world of modern technology through hands-on and engaging activities that bring technological sciences to life.
Children are introduced to Virtual and Augmented Reality, 3D Design and Printing, Artificial Intelligence, Interactive Surfaces, and Robotics.
They explore immersive technologies such as Virtual and Augmented Reality, learn how to design and print 3D objects, create and interact with Artificial Intelligence algorithms, and even programme their own robot.
A dynamic educational experience that helps students understand how today’s emerging technologies work through practical experimentation and creative learning.
Financial Literacy
Ages: 4th – 6th Grade Primary School
Duration: 2 hours (as part of the educational programme)
Cost: Free
The programme is provided completely free of charge for schools in the Karditsa and Magnesia regional units, in collaboration with the Cooperative Bank of Thessaly. The offer includes admission, transportation to and from our premises, and one book for each student.
Through interactive activities, games, and simulations, children discover the history of money and learn the basic principles of money management.
The programme aims to help students develop responsibility, critical thinking, and the ability to make informed financial decisions.
The workshops of the educational route:
Space is full of mysteries, fascinating worlds, and technologies that help us explore it. At the “Space Technology and Innovation” Exhibition, you can travel from Earth to the Moon, Mars, and distant planets, discover some of the most important space missions, and learn how science and technology help us understand the Universe.
Discover how rockets and spacecraft work, explore the Moon and Mars, learn about the lives of astronauts, and see how satellites and space technologies are also used in our everyday lives. Through holographic projections, digital applications, 3D exhibits, interactive installations, and Artificial Intelligence, space exploration becomes a unique hands-on experience.
The exhibition is designed for students of all ages, from Kindergarten to High School, offering an educational experience that combines science, technology, and creativity. Through activities adapted to their age and level of knowledge, students observe, experiment, explore solutions, and discover the fascinating world of space through the principles of STEM and inquiry-based learning.
The Space Technology and Innovation Exhibition was designed by the “Enastron” School of Astronomy and JOIST Innovation Park, while the interactive Astronaut Avatar was developed by the Information Technologies Institute (ITI) of the Centre for Research and Technology Hellas (CERTH).
The exhibition is held under the auspices of the International Astronomical Union (IAU), connecting a modern educational experience with scientific knowledge and the international astronomical community.
At the Create Lab workshops, students enter a world where robotics, technology, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) become a game! With LEGO Robotics, they build and programme their own robots; with the little Ducky, they use magnetic commands to control its movement; the creative Vinci draws and dances; while the fast-moving Sphero introduces programming through fun and engaging challenges.
Students also become familiar with microcontrollers and microprocessors, such as Arduino, take their first steps into the world of Machine Learning and AI, learn the basic principles of 3D design, and discover how 3D printers work. Along the way, they explore how technology, creativity, and artificial intelligence can work together.
The programme is adapted to each age group, ensuring that every student enjoys a unique, fun, and educational experience.
For students aged 12–17, the Create Lab is enhanced with the Space Technology and Innovation Workshop, specially designed by NOESIS – Thessaloniki Science Center and Technology Museum. Through hands-on activities, students explore space technology and its applications, discovering how science, technology, robotics, and innovation connect with space exploration and modern space missions.
In the Experience Lab workshops, students discover the world of immersive technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) through interactive experiences that transport them to new worlds and innovative learning environments.
Younger students have the chance to explore and interact with the interactive floor, playing and learning at the same time. These workshops combine technology, exploration, and creativity to offer unique experiences that are adapted to the participants’ age group.
**The presentation of educational material through virtual reality is carried out using the internationally recognized Class VR technology. For more information on the safe use of VR equipment, we recommend that both you and parents visit the following link: https://www.classvr.com/policies/health-and-safety/
Children will be introduced to the JOIST Academy platform, where they will have the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of activities.
Through the platform, they will explore the world of robotics, emerging technologies, 3D design, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Virtual Reality (VR), while solving a range of puzzles and challenges that combine learning with fun.
The platform encourages children to discover, experiment, and create in an interactive and educational way, with all activities adapted to suit different age groups.
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