INTEGRATING STEM AND ART IN SCIENCE TEACHING AT PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Authors

  • Hang Nguyen Thi Thu Dr., University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3856-5208
  • Vu Khanh Van K29B Postgraduate Student, University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam
  • Vu Thi Van K29B Postgraduate Student, University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v11i11.5681

Keywords:

STEAM education, integration, creativity, environmental awareness, elementary school

Abstract

The article discusses integrating art into STEM education to create the STEAM model, which aims to enhance comprehensive skills in elementary school students. It presents four methods for incorporating art in science teaching, including designing artistic and scientific products, using art in presentations, fostering creativity through experiments, and merging art with technology in STEAM projects. Additionally, the article highlights the significance of environmental education through recycled materials, thereby promoting environmental awareness alongside students' creative development. Ultimately, the author emphasizes that implementing the STEAM model improves learning outcomes and encourages exploration and innovation, requiring support from educators, resources, and infrastructure for successful development.

 

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Author Biographies

  • Hang Nguyen Thi Thu, Dr., University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3856-5208

    Dr. Hang Nguyen Thi Thu  is a lecturer at the Thai Nguyen University of Education in Vietnam. She obtained her Ph.D. in Educational Theory and History from the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences in 2013. Dr. Hang is an author of textbooks for primary school students in Vietnam. Her primary research focuses on integrated teaching, STEM education for primary school students, and teacher training. She can be contacted at email: hangntt@tnue.edu.vn

  • Vu Khanh Van, K29B Postgraduate Student, University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam

    Vũ Khanh Vân is presently employed as a teacher at Le Hong Son Primary School, located in Nam Dinh City, Nam Dinh Province. She is also pursuing a Master’s degree with a focus on Primary Education.

  • Vu Thi Van, K29B Postgraduate Student, University of Education, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam

    Vu Thi Van is presently employed as a teacher at Tran Van Lan Primary School, located in Nam Dinh City, Nam Dinh Province. She is also pursuing a Master’s degree with a focus on Primary Education.

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2024-11-16

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Vol. 11 No. 11 (2024)

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