Yogyakarta, September 27, 2025 – The Science Education Student Association (HIMA IPA), Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), successfully held the National Seminar on Science Education 2025 with the theme “Integrating Artificial Intelligence into the Science Education Curriculum: Strengthening Local Wisdom and Global Scientific Literacy.” The seminar took place onsite at the 4th Floor Ballroom of the Master and Doctoral Building, FMIPA UNY, and was attended by 109 participants, including teachers, undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, lecturers, and student organization representatives. The event, which involved 27 committee members, 2 MCs, 1 moderator, and 2 keynote speakers, began with participant registration, a video presentation on the Science Education program, and welcoming remarks delivered by Naufal Nadzif Khafalik (Chair of HIMA IPA 2025), Prof. Dr. Insih Wilujeng, M.Pd. (Head of the Science Education Department), and Dr. Ali Mahmudi, M.Pd. (Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni).

The seminar’s core session was moderated by Dr. Winarto, M.Pd. The first presentation was delivered by Prof. Dr. Zuhdan Kun Prasetyo, M.Ed., a Professor of Science Education, who discussed “Science Education Curriculum Based on Local Wisdom: Building Scientific Literacy and National Character.” His session emphasized the importance of integrating cultural values into science education to ensure that students are not only academically strong but also rooted in identity and national character. The second presentation was delivered by Dr. Syahrul Ramadhan, M.Pd. from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), entitled “Integrating Artificial Intelligence to Develop Interactive and Contextual Science Learning.” He highlighted the potential of AI to create more engaging, personalized, and real-world relevant science learning experiences. The seminar featured student performances, interactive Q&A sessions, and the presentation of souvenirs to the speakers. Participants’ enthusiasm was evident in the dynamic discussions, where innovative ideas emerged regarding the implementation of AI in science education.

As Chair of the Organizing Committee, Nurmalia Wulan Sari expressed her gratitude: “We hope this seminar not only broadens insights but also inspires educators to implement artificial intelligence in science learning that remains grounded in local wisdom while strengthening global scientific literacy.” With its success, the National Seminar on Science Education 2025 marked another milestone for UNY in advancing innovative and globally relevant science education.