How important is stem integration in modern teaching: survey insights

Abstract

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is one of the most significant parts of education that is broadly practiced in the school systems and has become popular over the last decade. Students are equipped with necessary skills that they need to succeed in the future job market due to the full implementation of the STEM educational curriculum. A survey was conducted among teachers, evaluating the situation with the STEM teaching in the educational system to provide valuable evidence of the importance of STEM integration as well as the challenges and opportunities of its implementation. The outcomes are indicative of strong support for STEM integration where more than 90% of those questioned have found it to be a key factor in the academic progress of students. Most of the respondents think that STEM methodologies are seriously tied to student’s participation, critical thinking, and career preparation.