Science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) are identified as essential areas of study. It aims to enhance engagement in STEAM by developing practical, hands-on teaching and learning programs and resources that allow students to integrate their knowledge.
Through STEAM, students develop key skills including:
- Problem solving
- Creativity
- Critical analysis
- Teamwork
- Independent thinking
- Initiative
- Communication
- Digital literacy
Students also develop critical and creative thinking. By teaching STEAM and critical and creative thinking students develop seven dispositions:
- Open mindedness
- Flexibility
- Risk taking
- Resourcefulness
- Patience and persistence
- The ability to learn anywhere
- Reflectiveness