From Theory To Practice: A Comprehensive Examination Of Implementing Project-Based Learning In STEM Curricula
Keywords:
Comprehensive Examination; Project Based Learning; Stem Curriculum
Abstract
This study undertook a comprehensive examination of Project-Based Learning (PBL) implementation in STEM curricula, bridging the gap from theory to practice. Through a rigorous exploration, the research aimed to investigate the practical implications of incorporating PBL into STEM education. The study's objectives were to assess the impact of PBL on academic performance, critical thinking skills, and overall Engagement among students in STEM disciplines. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and observational analysis, data was collected and analyzed to provide a nuanced understanding of the experiences and outcomes associated with PBL. The findings revealed a significant improvement in academic performance, with students exposed to PBL exhibiting heightened Engagement and a notable surge in interest in STEM subjects. Critical thinking skills experienced substantial enhancement, highlighting the practical implications of PBL in developing essential cognitive abilities. The study contributed to the existing literature by validating the positive outcomes of PBL. It offered valuable insights for educators and curriculum developers seeking to implement effective, experiential learning strategies in STEM education. The research, conducted in the past tense, presents a comprehensive exploration of the transition from theoretical concepts to the practical application of PBL in STEM curricula.
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Haddar, G. A., Haerudin, H., Riyanto, A., Syakhrani, A. W., & Aslan, A. (2023). THE REVOLUTION OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION THOUGHT IN THE ERA OF SOCIETY 5.0: CORRECTIONS AND ANALYSIS OF STUDIES IN ISLAMIC HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTH KALIMANTAN. International Journal of Teaching and Learning, 1(4), Article 4.
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Hung, W., Dolmans, D. H. J. M., & van Merriënboer, J. J. G. (2019). A review to identify key perspectives in PBL meta-analyses and reviews: Trends, gaps and future research directions. Advances in Health Sciences Education, 24(5), 943–957. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10459-019-09945-x
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Kelley, T. R., & Knowles, J. G. (2016). A conceptual framework for integrated STEM education. International Journal of STEM Education, 3(1), 11. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40594-016-0046-z
McKim, C. A. (2017). The Value of Mixed Methods Research: A Mixed Methods Study. Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 11(2), 202–222. https://doi.org/10.1177/1558689815607096
Noble, H., & Smith, J. (2014). Qualitative data analysis: A practical example. Evidence-Based Nursing, 17(1), 2–3.
Nurdiana, R., Effendi, M. N., Ningsih, K. P., Abda, M. I., & Aslan, A. (2023). COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS FOR DIGITAL EDUCATION TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE INSTITUTE OF ISLAMIC RELIGION OF SULTAN MUHAMMAD SYAFIUDDIN SAMBAS, INDONESIA. International Journal of Teaching and Learning, 1(1), Article 1.
Nurhayati, N., Aslan, A., & Susilawati, S. (2023). PENGGUNAAN TEKNOLOGI GADGET SEBAGAI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN PADA ANAK USIA DINI DI RAUDHATUL ATFHAL AL-IKHLAS KOTA SINGKAWANG. JIP: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 1(3), Article 3.
Rainey, K., Dancy, M., Mickelson, R., Stearns, E., & Moller, S. (2018). Race and gender differences in how sense of belonging influences decisions to major in STEM. International Journal of STEM Education, 5(1), 10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40594-018-0115-6
Rehman, N., Zhang, W., Mahmood, A., Fareed, M. Z., & Batool, S. (2023). Fostering twenty-first century skills among primary school students through math project-based learning. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, 10(1), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-023-01914-5
Sarmila, U., Aslan, A., & Astaman, A. (2023). THE ROLE OF PARENTS TOWARDS YOUTUBE USERS IN BUILDING CHILDREN’S RELIGIOUS BEHAVIOR IN KUALA PANGKALAN KERAMAT VILLAGE. Archipelago Journal of Southeast Asia Islamic Studies (AJSAIS), 1(2), Article 2.
Silvestri, K. N., Jordan, M. E., & Paugh, P. (t.t.). Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research (J-PEER). Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research (J-PEER), 11(1), 1.
Smith, K., Maynard, N., Berry, A., Stephenson, T., Spiteri, T., Corrigan, D., Mansfield, J., Ellerton, P., & Smith, T. (2022). Principles of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in STEM Education: Using Expert Wisdom and Research to Frame Educational Practice. Education Sciences, 12(10), Article 10. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci12100728
Sulastri, S., Aslan, A., & Rathomi, A. (2023). STRATEGI GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM PENYAMPAIAN MATERI PADA ANAK TUNAGRAHITA DI SEKOLAH LUAR BIASA NEGERI SAMBAS TAHUN PELAJARAN 2022/2023. Lunggi Journal: Literasi Unggulan Ilmiah Multidisipliner, 1(4), Article 4.
Tubagus, M., Haerudin, H., Fathurohman, A., Adiyono, A., & Aslan, A. (2023). THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON ISLAMIC PESANTREN EDUCATION AND THE LEARNING OUTCOMES OF SANTRI: NEW TRENDS AND POSSIBILITIES. Indonesian Journal of Education (INJOE), 3(3), Article 3.
Tuhuteru, L., Misnawati, D., Aslan, A., Taufiqoh, Z., & Imelda, I. (2023). The Effectiveness of Multimedia-Based Learning To Accelerate Learning After The Pandemic At The Basic Education Level. Tafkir: Interdisciplinary Journal of Islamic Education, 4(1), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.31538/tijie.v4i1.311
Vasileiou, K., Barnett, J., Thorpe, S., & Young, T. (2018). Characterising and justifying sample size sufficiency in interview-based studies: Systematic analysis of qualitative health research over a 15-year period. BMC Medical Research Methodology, 18(1), 148. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12874-018-0594-7
Wells, J. G., & Van de Velde, D. (2020). Technology Education Pedagogy: Enhancing STEM Learning. Dalam P. J. Williams & D. Barlex (Ed.), Pedagogy for Technology Education in Secondary Schools: Research Informed Perspectives for Classroom Teachers (hlm. 219–244). Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-41548-8_12
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