The Development of Science Learning Activities Package followed STEM Education for Primary School Students in Pathum Thani Province
Keywords:
STEM education, science teaching, science learning activities packageAbstract
The world today is changing rapidly, and learning is evolving as well. Traditional learning methods are being discussed less, while integrated learning approaches, such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), are gaining more attention in the field of science education. However, implementing STEM education activities is currently a significant challenge for teachers due to the lack of materials and resources readily available for science learning activities. To address this issue, this research aims to: 1) develop the science learning activities package followed stem education for primary school students in Pathum Thani province, and 2) evaluate the result of using the science learning activities package followed stem education for primary school students in Pathum Thani province in terms of improving academic achievement, creativity, and problem-solving skills for elementary students in Pathum Thani Province. The target group for this research consists of students from small, medium, and large elementary schools in Pathum Thani Province, selected through purposive sampling. The research tools include a package of STEM-based science learning activities. Data collection instruments consist of 1) an academic achievement test, 2) a creativity assessment, 3) a problem-solving ability test, and 4) a satisfaction questionnaire regarding the STEM-based science learning activities. Statistical methods used for data analysis include percentage, mean, standard deviation, and t-test. The research findings are as follows:
1) The efficiency of the STEM-based science learning activities for elementary students in Pathum Thani Province was found 87.06/87.00.
2) The overall satisfaction of users with the STEM-based science learning activities for elementary students in Pathum Thani Province was at the highest level. When considering individual aspects, content, learning activities, and the benefits gained from the activities were all rated at the highest level. As detailed below:
2.1)The academic achievement of students who engaged in the science learning activities package followed stem education for primary school students in Pathum Thani province was significantly higher after the learning activities compared to before, at a significance level of .05.
2.2) The creativity of students who participated in the science learning activities package followed stem education for primary school students in Pathum Thani province was at a very high level.
2.3) The problem-solving skills of students who engaged in the science learning activities package followed stem education for primary school students in Pathum Thani province were also at a very high level.
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