A Systematic Review of Problem-Solving Skill Development for Students in STEM Education
Authors: Nguyen Thị Chau Giang; Nguyen Thị Quynh Anh, Thai Thị Đao,Phan Anh Tuan, Che Thị Hai Linh, Pham Thị Hai Chau
International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research
: Vol.23, No 5 : 1-20
Publishing year: 5/2024
In the current educational landscape, incorporating active
learning activities centred around STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics), themes have emerged as a potential
solution for educators aiming to cultivate students' problem-solving
skills. Nevertheless, a dearth of comprehensive research exists concerning
the development of problem-solving skills specifically within the realm
of STEM education. To bridge this gap, our study undertook a systematic
review by utilizing relevant articles and implementing the Preferred
Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA)
methodology. Adhering to the prescribed steps within the PRISMA
model, an extensive evaluation of 29 articles was conducted, spanning the
period from 2018 to 2023, focusing on problem-solving skill development
for students in STEM education. Through meticulous content analysis
and synthesis, this research elucidated key insights pertaining to
publication years and countries of origin, employed research
methodologies, extracted keywords, identified limitations, and suggested
avenues for future investigation. The findings revealed several influential
factors that shape the cultivation of integrated teaching competence
among students engaged in STEM education. This article bears
significance for aspiring educational researchers, school administrators,
and mainstream teachers vested in the exploration of this important
subject matter.
education; STEM; capacity; problem solving; students