Research Article

The effect of STEM-based science teaching on preservice teachers' learning to learn and entrepreneurship competencies

Volume: 9 Number: 4 December 23, 2025

The effect of STEM-based science teaching on preservice teachers' learning to learn and entrepreneurship competencies

Abstract

This study aims to assess two competencies: ‘Learning to Learn Competency,’ which relates to an individual's learning process, and ‘Entrepreneurship Competency,’ which involves transforming ideas into action. These competencies are among the eight identified by the Turkish Qualifications Framework. They are included in the science education program, which will be required for teacher candidates at both national and international levels. This study used a mixed-methods design that combined quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The study sample consisted of 56 teacher candidates enrolled in the Faculty of Education at Osmangazi University in Eskişehir during the 2019-2020 academic year. Data were collected through quantitative tools—the ‘Learning to Learn Competency Scale’ and the ‘Entrepreneurship Competency Scale,’ developed by Er, Karademir, and Tezel (2021)—and qualitative tools, namely the ‘Activity Interview Forms’ prepared by Er, Karademir, and Tezel (2021). Quantitative data were analyzed using t-tests, while qualitative data were analyzed with descriptive methods. The results showed that STEM-based course content positively influenced science teacher candidates' skills in ‘learning to learn’ and ‘entrepreneurship.’ It is recommended to examine the impact of these activities on other key competencies and among different groups.

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Supporting Institution

This study was funded by the Scientific Research Projects Commission of Eskisehir Osmangazi University (Project No. 202021A110).

Project Number

Project No. 202021A110

Ethical Statement

The study was approved by the Social Sciences and Humanities Scientific Research and Publication Ethics Committee of Eskişehir Osmangazi University (Date: 04.12.2019 & No: 64075176-299-E.83350).

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Science Education , STEM Education

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 23, 2025

Submission Date

May 9, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 10, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 4

APA
Er, N., Karademir, E., & Tezel, Ö. (2025). The effect of STEM-based science teaching on preservice teachers’ learning to learn and entrepreneurship competencies. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty, 9(4), 375-387. https://doi.org/10.34056/aujef.1695809

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