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Qualified Generations with STEAM Education

2022-1-SK01-KA220-SCH-0000875552022Cooperation partnerships in school educationfinalized
Countries: SK|IE|EL|TR|PT|FI · Grant: €250,000
Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)Digital skills and competencesNew learning and teaching methods and approaches

Objectives

By implementing the project "Qualified Generations with STEAM Education", we wanted to achieve a fundamental modernization of teaching and increase its relevance for the challenges of the 21st century. Our key goal was the comprehensive development of 21st-century skills in students, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and above all, strengthening their digital literacy and readiness. We wanted to increase their interest in STEAM subjects and improve educational outcomes through innovative and interconnected learning approaches. For teachers, the goal was to develop innovative teaching methods and strengthen their digital and pedagogical competencies for effective implementation of STEAM into practice. We strived to create and disseminate relevant educational materials and methodologies (intellectual outputs) that would serve as inspiration. A significant goal was also international cooperation, exchange of experiences, and support for networking among European institutions, with the aim of creating new partnerships and joint development in the field of e-STEAM education. Ultimately, we wanted to better prepare students for the future, make them active creators, and contribute to innovations in the ed

Background

Our partnership applied for the STEAM project as a reaction to changes in education and the need for innovations after COVID-19. Together, we saw STEAM as a key to modernizing teaching and preparing students for the 21st century. The key needs we wanted to address included the development of 21st-century skills (critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving) and digital literacy, which is essential for today's students and the labor market. We also wanted to improve teaching methods and support the professional development of teachers in introducing innovative approaches. The project was an opportunity for us for international cooperation, exchange of experiences, and joint creation of relevant materials and methodologies. Our goal was to increase students' interest in learning, connect theory with practice, and educate active, prepared graduates. Together we identified these needs and believed that the project would bring tangible results for all involved organizations, contributing to the fulfillment of EU goals in education.

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