Learning Science and Mathematics (LSM) Journal Vol.1, Issue 17, pp 125-139
STEM Education in Malaysia: A Review
Siti Hamizah Aspin, Marlina Ali & Muhammad Abd Hadi Bunyamin
Received first draft 30 November 2021. Received reports from first reviewer (14 February 2022); second reviewer (20 September 2022).
Received revised draft 10 December 2022.
Accepted to publish 19 December 2022.
Abstract
Purpose and Research Question – STEM's education is an education that is based on four disciplines namely Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM education is
one of the agenda emphasized the implementation of the Malaysian Education Development Plan (PPPM) 2013-2025. This study aims to examine the development of STEM education and challenges of the implementation of STEM education in Malaysia.
Methodology – Systematic Review is the research methodology that is employed in this study. The review focused on several articles, papers and dissertations on STEM education and are selected according to criteria that fit into our research framework. The selected studies are then brought to analysis and synthesis processes to specify and present findings based on these two themes: (1) developments on STEM education, and (2) challenges of the implementation of STEM education in Malaysia.
Findings – The analysis of findings revealed the strong alignment between the STEM education approach and implementation in Malaysia. STEM learning can be applied using
some integration patterns including silo, embedded and integrated approach. In addition, integrated approaches are capable in producing students with high interest and motivation to
learn Science and enhancing the academic achievement of students on this subject
Significance and Contribution in Line with Philosophy of LSM Journal - This article contributes by showcasing the importance of achievement in Science learning based on STEM education that is necessary to further scientific research learning models based on effective STEM education in schools, especially in Malaysia. For that, various initiatives have been made comprehensively in ensuring STEM education can be implemented in the teaching process and learning.
Keywords: STEM curriculum; 21st Century education; STEM-based learning; Science and Technology
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