Effectiveness of STEAM based programme on students conceptual understanding and critical thinking

Abstract

newline In the 21st century, education must evolve to meet the demands of an newlineincreasingly complex and technology-driven world. STEAM education (Science, newlineTechnology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) plays a crucial role in equipping newlinestudents with essential skills such as critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and newlineinterdisciplinary learning. Unlike traditional subject-based instruction, STEAM newlineintegrates multiple disciplines to provide a holistic learning experience, fostering a newlinedeeper understanding of concepts and their real-world applications. By emphasizing newlinehands-on and experiential learning, STEAM encourages students to engage in newlineexperiments, projects, and collaborative problem-solving, making education more newlineinteractive and meaningful