Learning Science and Mathematics (LSM) Journal Vol.1, Issue 18, pp 62-
STEM Project-Based Learning Activities for Sustainability: Enhancing Scientific and 21st Century Skills Among Pre-University Students
Sheila Shamuganathan
Received first draft 2 August 2023. Received reports from first and second reviewers (8 September and 11 September 2023).
Received revised draft 15 December 2023.
Accepted to publish 17 December 2023.
Abstract
Purpose and Research Question - Kitchen waste can be a significant contributor to household waste and can have negative environmental impacts if not properly managed. Reducing kitchen waste is an important part of sustainability. The study has been conducted which aims to increase the student's understanding of STEM competency, and 21st century skills.
Methodology - A pre-test/post-test design is a research design in which a group is tested twice, once before a treatment or intervention and once after the treatment or intervention, to determine whether the treatment had an effect on enhancing scientific skills and 21st-century skills using ANCOVA SPSS. A primary survey was done on the attitudes and behaviours of pre-university students towards food waste and what are the barriers to composting kitchen waste. Based on the outcome of the survey, Problem-based learning (PBL) was implemented in the backyard of KMPP.
Findings - Data collected through interview and questionnaire supports that using STEM Problem-Based Learning activities were found to be effective in improving scientific skills (science process skills, manipulatives skills and thinking skills) and 21st Century skills.
Significance and Contribution in Line with Philosophy of LSM Journal – This article exemplifies Problem-based learning that aims to develop questioning skills, gather information needed in solving problems, judgement in the credibility of information sources, making inferences, decision making and collaboration as in par with 21st-century skills. Another purpose of the study was to enhance their scientific skills in an authentic setting using STEM activities.
Keywords: Kitchen waste; STEM activities; 21st-century skills; Problem Based Learning
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