Abstract
This systematic review aims to analyze how the implementation of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) in formal education contributes to the development of 21st-century skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 methodology. Studies were identified in the Scopus, ERIC, and WOS databases using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total of 48 articles published between 2018 and 2023 were selected. The findings indicate that STEAM fosters key skills through curiosity, observation, experimentation, and problem-solving. The integration of digital technologies, such as educational robotics and gamification, enhances learning in transdisciplinary contexts. However, gaps in implementation persist, especially in resource-limited environments. It is concluded that STEAM education is essential for developing 21st-century skills, but its implementation requires innovative teaching practices and a holistic approach that integrates digital technologies and active methodologies.
Presenters
Andrea Segarra-MoralesDocente Investigador, Ciencias de la Educación, Universidad Tecnica Particular de Loja, Loja, Ecuador
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Science, Mathematics and Technology Learning
KEYWORDS
Steam, Stem, Formal, Education, Skills, Competencies, Curricular, Integration
