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This dataset reflects the dynamics of teaching and learning processes by employing a comprehensive data collection approach. The research, conducted from March 2021 to August 2022, primarily aims to explore various facets of educational experiences, focusing on students, teachers, and educational volunteers in Solo, Indonesia. Data was gathered through a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, with an emphasis on deep interviews and surveys. The sampling procedure involved participants from Solo Mengajar, Kampus Mengajar, and the Department of Education in Solo. To ensure a holistic perspective, different instruments were utilized, including the Capabilities/Motivation Questionnaire Indonesia, Cantril Ladder (0-10), and specialized surveys like the ACES Teacher Survey: Frugal Aspects and ACES Student Survey: Playful Aspects. The research investigates diverse dimensions such as teacher motivation, frugal aspects in the teacher's perspective, and playful aspects in students. Deep interviews, conducted with both experimental and control participants, reveal nuanced insights into STEM bucket reflection, teacher trainee perspectives, and reflections from informal teachers. Stringent measures were taken to ensure data integrity and participant confidentiality. All identifying data were systematically removed, and the item descriptions were meticulously aligned with the instrument questions, affirming the precision of the collected data. The findings from this study promise to contribute valuable insights into the motivations, capabilities, and reflections of educators and students alike. This multifaceted approach sheds light on the nuanced aspects of the educational landscape, offering a rich tapestry of information to inform educational policies, teacher training programs, and the enhancement of the overall teaching and learning experience.ACES will investigate and establish a transformative educational model for bridging formal and informal...