TRANSFORMATION OF A TRADITIONAL LABORATORY PRACTICUM INTO AN INTERACTIVE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT: DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE

Abstract

This article addresses the limitation of modern STEM simulators, which stems from the lack of teacher control over student workflow. We propose integrating an analytical module—an Admin Panel—into a React-based simulation system. This module records students' digital footprints for real-time analysis of their cognitive strategies. A pilot implementation allowed us to classify students by type of research activity and identify those in need of support. Automated monitoring and evaluation of results reduced the teacher's workload, and the dashboard's statistical data became a tool for analyzing the effectiveness of educational materials. The scientific novelty of this work lies in its shift from outcome assessment to learning process management, which creates the basis for developing adaptive STEM educational systems.