2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Smart farming is a transformative technology addressing food crises in urbanized societies. The SMART farm kit was created to incorporate this concept into education as a practical tool that effectively integrates STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with agriculture and biotechnology. The SMART farm kit, designed using single-board microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators, enables students to explore automation and problem-solving through practical applications. The program was piloted in South Korean middle and high schools, where qualitative data were collected through student and teacher interviews. Results showed that the SMART farm kit enhanced students' understanding of smart farming, STEM concepts, and real-world problem-solving skills. Teachers' and students' responses highlighted its interdisciplinary benefits and potential for curriculum integration. While promising, further optimizations and refinements in hardware design, software functionality, and teacher training are needed to maximize its accessibility and educational impact.