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5 Ways STEM Education Improves Student Learning

by Claire Cattone, California Business Journal
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As technology evolves and becomes a critical part of our day-to-day lives, there’s a need to adapt the education system to reflect on these developing realities. By introducing new technologies into the classroom environment and even integrating them into the learning curriculum, students can better understand the world they are in.

That said, an easy way to make technology accessible to all students, even the younger ones, is through the STEM education system. Over the years, several learning institutions have adopted this learning curriculum, and the trend is just getting better. But why are parents, schools, and even students interested in STEM education? Or why is there so much acceptance and positivity around this teaching philosophy?

The reasons lie in the benefits that this learning technique offers. Below, we have covered the five ways STEM education enhances student learning.

It Boosts Teamwork and Collaboration

STEM integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts and delivers them in a cohesive and easy-to-understand manner. And since these four disciples are taught to students with varying abilities, there’s a need for them to collaborate and work side-by-side. For instance, students will need to collaborate to solve complex mathematical problems, write reports, record data, give presentations, etc.

The teamwork and collaboration skills that students build from STEM education can be quite crucial throughout their life and career journeys. Today’s workplace, for example, relies on effective teamwork and collaboration, a fundamental skill that isn’t taught in the traditional classroom environment. Getting your student through the STEM education system is one way to prepare them for a future where they will thrive and make a difference.

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It Enhances Problem-solving Skills

Problem-solving is one of the essential skills that determine an individual’s success. Students who build their problem-solving capabilities early on have a better chance of overcoming obstacles in their education and personal life. Some key traits of great problem-solvers include active listening, creativity, effective communication, decision-making, and team-building.

STEM introduces students to new and perhaps complex concepts at a younger age. This can boost their cognitive skills and even reshape how they identify and approach problems. With constant exposure to science and mathematical problems, they become better at thinking outside the box. They also build self-esteem and become more strategic in problem-solving techniques.

It Boosts Innovation and Creative Thinking

STEM enhances the students’ creative thinking skills thanks to the scientific, tech, and engineering classes they undertake. Most schools offering STEM education also teach their students to code. The best part is that there are programming classes and camps for young students from as early as eight years. These coding programs help kids develop tech capabilities and play a critical role in enhancing their career trajectory.

Similarly, most students who learn to code or are introduced to programming at a young age tend to develop creative thinking skills. This is because coding teaches them to experiment with new things, and in the process, they learn what works and what doesn’t. In the long run, they become better at solving complex problems, which is key to innovating new products and solutions.

It Encourages Experimentation

At the Heart of STEM education is helping students develop capabilities rather than competencies. In other words, it’s about equipping learners with skills that can be deployed in the real world. It’s more about what they can do and less about what they know. The ability to apply what’s taught in class renders STEM education a game-changer in today’s labor market. This also makes learners highly marketable since they possess the skills needed in the market.

Additionally, the high-end automation witnessed in factories and production flows requires advanced tech skills and professionals who understand how such systems work. And since STEM education builds the foundation for advanced careers in the automation, robotics, and ML fields, it’s rapidly gaining acceptance across the globe.

It Builds Resilience and Self-Efficacy

STEM follows a practical approach to learning and introduces students to real-world circumstances. Compared to the traditional learning system, where everything is theory-based, STEM creates room for errors, uncertainty, and imperfections. This introduces students to real-world challenges they won’t have encountered otherwise. By motivating them to solve problems and complete challenging tasks in a non-perfect environment, they build resilience which is key to long-term success.

Besides resilience, self-efficacy is another trait that’s enhanced through STEM education. The latter is defined as the students’ judgment and attitude towards their capabilities. And since students find the skills they have to be helpful in the outside world, they are more likely to feel motivated and to keep improving their capabilities.

STEM education opens your kids to a world of opportunities where science, tech, and engineering are among the key fundamentals. Whether you want your kids to develop innovative skills such as coding or build soft ones like creative thinking & problem solving, STEM education is the way to go. Before choosing a STEM school for your kids, be sure to check the classes offered as well as the overall learning curriculum. This will give you an idea of what to expect, plus you’ll quickly tell if it’s good enough for your kids.

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