Benefits of STEM education

Students gain many benefits from STEM education

STEM education supports development of key skills such as:

Increases curiosity

Creative thinking

Thinking outside the box

Inquiry

Research

Problem-Solving

Communication

Initiative

Innovation

Design

Planning

Organization

Working collaboratively

Confidence

Independent thinking

Reflection

Accountability

STEM education allows room for creativity and encourages curiosity which inspires life long learning

STEM education encompasses a wide range of learning styles making it more easily understood by a larger percentage of students

A key benefit is learning to work collaboratively, together which is key to becoming an active member of their community

STEM education creates an environment that is centered around sharing ideas and working together. This creates a positive environment for building confidence in communication.