STEAM POWERED INNOVATION: FOSTERING MULTIDISCIPLINARY PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS
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Keywords: STEAM education, interdisciplinary learning, problem-solving, creativity, 21st-century skills, educational innovationAbstract
Abstract: STEAM education, which integrates the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, has emerged as a transformative approach to fostering the multifaceted skills and mindsets needed to navigate the complex challenges of the 21st century. By breaking down traditional silos and cultivating cross-pollination between diverse fields of study, STEAM-powered learning empowers students to become agile, adaptable problem-solvers, capable of harnessing the synergies between creativity and analytical thinking. This article explores how STEAM education can be implemented across a range of school settings and grade levels, equipping learners with the interdisciplinary fluency, critical thinking abilities, and innovative mindsets required to drive progress and shape a more sustainable, equitable future.
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