Cultivating a Future-Ready Workforce: Reimagining STEM Education
LUMAT invites researchers, practitioners, and educators to contribute to the upcoming Special Issue on Cultivating a Future-Ready Workforce: Reimagining STEM Education.
Guidelines
- We welcome both empirical and theoretical manuscripts in English. Perspective papers are also welcome.
- Only original manuscripts written in proper English will be considered.
- Please visit https://journals.helsinki.fi/lumat/about/submissions to learn more about the submissions and author guidelines.
- Submission due date is August 31, 2024.
- Continuous publication model.
- Article publication charge: 0 €.
Objectives
- Teacher training and professional development for STEM teaching competency
- Showcase innovative and effective strategies for enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes in STEM subjects.
- Explore the role of technology, collaboration, and equity in driving advancements in STEM education.
- Investigate the impact of STEM education on preparing students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce and contributing to country's economic and societal well-being.
- STEM emerging trends, initiatives and beyond.
Potential Areas of Interest
Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning:
- Developing inquiry-based learning experiences and promoting active learning techniques.
- Integrating real-world applications and local context into the STEM curriculum.
- Utilizing gamification, simulations, and other engaging technologies in STEM education.
- Encouraging interdisciplinary learning and collaboration across STEM subjects.
Teacher Training and Development:
- Effective strategies for equipping teachers with the skills and knowledge to deliver engaging and effective STEM lessons.
- The role of professional development programs in enhancing teacher competency in STEM education.
- Supporting teacher collaboration and knowledge sharing within and across schools (lesson study).
Equity and Access in STEM Education:
- Addressing gender disparities and promoting inclusive STEM education for underrepresented groups.
- Strategies for ensuring equitable access to quality STEM education for students in rural and disadvantaged communities.
- The role of community partnerships and outreach programs in fostering STEM interest among diverse populations.
The Impact of STEM Education:
- Investigating the link between STEM education and student performance in core academic subjects.
- Assessing the impact of STEM education on students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.
- Exploring the role of STEM education in preparing graduates for future careers and contributing to national economic development.
Emerging Trends and Initiatives:
- The integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other emerging technologies in STEM education.
- The effectiveness of online and blended learning models in delivering STEM education.
- The role of public-private partnerships in supporting and funding STEM education initiatives.
- Evaluating the impact of informal STEM education programs, such as after-school clubs and science fairs.
Guest editors
- Mohamad Termizi Borhan, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
- Mohd Mokhzani Ibrahim, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
- Lee Tien Tien, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
- Nur Hamiza Adenan, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia.