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Development and Implementation of STEM -Identification of Mathematics Teachers' Beliefs-

융합 프로그램의 개발과 적용 -수학 교사의 신념을 중심으로-

  • Noh, Jihwa (Department of Mathematics Education Pusan National University)
  • Received : 2023.08.04
  • Accepted : 2023.08.16
  • Published : 2023.08.31
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Abstract

The purpose of this research was to investigate mathematics teachers' beliefs regarding the implementation of STEM approaches in secondary school mathematics classes and to identify the factors influencing their beliefs. A survey on teachers' beliefs about applying STEM in mathematics classes was developed and distributed online to mathematics teachers from middle and high schools in two metropolitan areas. Eighty-two surveys were returned from the teachers. Factor analysis revealed that the items were distributed among five main aspects. The findings indicated that most teachers believed in the necessity of implementing STEM education. However, some teachers expressed concerns about the effectiveness of implementation due to the lack of materials, resources, and equipment needed for STEM implementation.

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This work was supported by a 2-year Research Grant of Pusan National University.

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