The Piezoelectric Phenomenon as a Tool of Life Learning in Secondary Education

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Published: Apr 19, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/codiste.9912
Keywords:
energy harvesting piezoelectric effect project-based learning sustainability
Efthymia Arvanitou
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Nikolaos Vlachostergios
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Chariton Polatoglou
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Abstract

This work presents a didactical proposal about the introduction of secondary education students to the usage of the piezoelectric phenomenon in energy harvesting. In combination with problem–based learning (PBL) and the model of Predict–Observe–Explain (POE), students investigate experimentally the phenomenon, they are constructing electrical circuits and they connect theory with everyday applications. The proposal promotes the active participation, like critical thinking and problem solving. The piezoelectric effect is highlighted as a useful education theme about the sustainability and energy management.

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