Understanding K-12 STEM Education: a Framework for Developing STEM Literacy

In recent years, arguments have signalled the value of STEM education for building discipline knowledge and an array of capabilities, skills and dispositions, aligned with the needs of young people functioning productively and ethically in dynamic, complex and challenging future work, social and pol...

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Published in:Journal of science education and technology 2020-06, Vol.29 (3), p.369-385
Main Authors: Falloon, Garry, Hatzigianni, Maria, Bower, Matt, Forbes, Anne, Stevenson, Michael
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Curricula
Curriculum Design
Education
Educational Planning
Educational Technology
Elementary Secondary Education
Guidelines
Kindergarten
Literacy
Mathematics education
Methods
Outcomes of Education
Schools
Science Education
Scientific Literacy
Skill Development
STEM Education
Teaching Methods
Technical education
Technology education
Young adults
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Summary:In recent years, arguments have signalled the value of STEM education for building discipline knowledge and an array of capabilities, skills and dispositions, aligned with the needs of young people functioning productively and ethically in dynamic, complex and challenging future work, social and political environments. This combination has been termed STEM literacy and positioned as a desired outcome from STEM education programs. However, knowledge is limited on ways this can be developed in K-12 schools. This article introduces a framework that conceptualises the integrated nature of the characteristics of STEM education. It identifies and maps key characteristics of STEM education, recognising different entry points, curriculum designs and pedagogical strategies for school programs. The framework provides practical guidance for planning and implementing STEM education in schools.
ISSN:1059-0145
1573-1839
DOI:10.1007/s10956-020-09823-x