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An Overview on STEM Education in Pakistan: Situation and Challenges |
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| Creator | Ali Usman Hali, Sarfraz Aslam, BaoHui Zhang, Atif Saleem |
| Title | An Overview on STEM Education in Pakistan: Situation and Challenges |
| Contributor | - |
| Publisher | TuEngr Group |
| Publication Year | 2564 |
| Journal Title | International Transaction Journal of Engineering, Management, & Applied Sciences & Technologies |
| Journal Vol. | 12 |
| Journal No. | 1 |
| Page no. | 12A1T: 1-9 |
| Keyword | Teaching science, Teaching technology, Teaching engineering, Mathematics, K-12, Empowerment, Curriculum. |
| URL Website | http://TuEngr.com/Vol12_1.html |
| Website title | ITJEMAST V12(1) 2021 @ TuEngr.com |
| ISSN | 2228-9860 |
| Abstract | With the rapid development of the global economy and science and technology, STEM education has become an important strategy and approach for the cultivation of scientific and technological innovation talents and the reform of education and teaching in various countries worldwide. This study provides an overview of previous STEM education research studies carried out in Pakistan to clarify the current condition in STEM education in Pakistan. A qualitative research method was used to conduct this study, and 13 previous studies were selected (2008-2020) as the sample. Results indicate that STEM education practices by private sectors are visible more than the public sector. Moreover, it was found that there is a lack of laboratories, equipment, and other resources needed to teach STEM education. In essence, Pakistan's STEM education system is not adequately prepared and centered. There is an exclusive involvement needed by the government to support the efforts of all stakeholders, including the public and private. This study provides some suggestions for future research. Researchers need to design such a function that allows stakeholders to acquire necessary competencies relevant to STEM disciplines. Pakistan will have to overcome many challenges to achieve its goals before producing the STEM experts it needs effectively. |
