We wanted to achieve several objectives by implementing the project. We wanted to enhance strategies for schools’ capacity to engage in cross-border cooperation and networking with other schools in the EU. In addition, we wanted to explore new teaching methods combining music and STEM education, as we believe this can foster creativity, innovation, and interdisciplinary skills among pupils. We wanted to ensure that our project is inclusive and digitally oriented, as we recognize the importance of addressing students' diverse needs and preferences in the 21st century. This proposal focused on five main objectives to achieve digital readiness and STEAM competencies: 1) Exchange of experiences between secondary school educators in STEM and music 2) Introducing at least two new learning and teaching methods in STEAM for at least 50 students. 3) Training at least four educators firsthand in the STrOOM framework 4) allowing at least 50 students to work together on a STEAM course in an intercultural setting 5) Communicate the STrOOM Framework to 200 teachers
We applied for the project to enhance and globalize the STrOOM framework, initially tailored for Flemish schools. The need to adapt this educational structure for a broader, international audience was paramount. Our objectives included fostering cross-border collaboration among students, enabling them to work on shared projects and gain diverse perspectives. We aimed to address the gap in integrating music and ICT into regular curricula by designing specialized lessons and enhancing pupils' learning experience and skill set. Furthermore, we are committed to offering these innovative lessons and proven best practices at no cost, contributing to an enriched resource pool accessible by a global community of educators.