Literature review: a STEM approach to improving the quality of science learning in Indonesia

Abstract

The application of STEM learning as a preventive approach is expected to help students interpret learning, especially science, so that it influences to improving learning quality. This is expected to be able to answer the challenge of creating a high-quality generation that focuses on the integration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STEM integration is related to contextual issues that support each other in science learning that is related to life. In this study, a review was carried out on research articles of STEM learning application which included four disciplines, namely science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, involving pupils in the investigation process that resulted in understanding and explanation supported by relevant evidence. The investigation process involved 20 articles related to the STEM approach, then analyzed. The results of the literature review show that the approach bar be able repair of learning grade. However, in its implementation there are various views regarding the role of various disciplines in STEM integration. The results of the literature review are expected to contribute to recommendations for implementing the STEM approach in improving the quality of learning.

Keywords

• STEM approach
• science learning
• learning quality

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