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Journal : Smart: Journal of Multidisciplinary Educationa

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STEM EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: A LITERATURE REVIEW ON ITS POTENTIAL AND CHALLENGES Sugeng
SMART: Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): August: Smart: Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational
Publisher : CV. Fahr Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61677/smart.v3i1.609

Abstract

This study aims to examine the implementation of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in elementary schools, focusing on identifying potentials, barriers, and novel approaches to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. A systematic literature review method was employed, collecting peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and relevant reports published in the last five years (2019–2025) from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and ERIC. Data were analyzed using thematic synthesis, coding key elements such as teacher preparedness, student attitudes, curriculum integration, resource availability, and contextual factors, followed by the development of an integrative framework for STEM implementation. The findings indicate that teacher readiness, limited instructional materials, curriculum rigidity, and policy misalignment remain major barriers, while innovative pedagogical practices, early exposure to STEM, and student-centered approaches represent significant potentials for enhancing elementary STEM education. The study also identifies gaps in current research, particularly the lack of integrative models that link student attitudes, teacher capacity, and contextual readiness, as well as the underrepresentation of rural and under-resourced schools in STEM research. The novelty of this research lies in proposing a comprehensive, adaptable framework that combines these elements to guide effective STEM implementation in elementary classrooms, especially in diverse socio-economic settings. In conclusion, integrating teacher development, student motivation, and contextual support into STEM planning is critical to achieving sustainable and equitable outcomes, providing actionable insights for educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers globally.
Co-Authors Abby Gina Boangmanalu, Abby Gina Adhalia Septia Saputri Adi Nur Rohman Aidy, Widya Romasindah Aidy, Widya Romsindah Akbar, M. Hafid Alfandani Aldini, Vega Alexia Xandra Amin Tohari Anas Rahmad Hidayat Andini Safitri Anggraini, Dian Ayu Tria Anis Malik Toha Atmoko, Dwi Aura Azzara Ram Ardyanti Avini, Tertia Azainil Azainil Azzara Ram Ardyanti, Aura Badrus Zaman Baihaki, Ahmad Bambang Suhada Basuki Rahmad Bima Sumbika Karwita Rahmana Budi Prayitno Bupu, Maria Goreti Dafosta, Maria Theresiana Dewi, Citra Cerya Mulya Diah Nurdiawaty Diah Nurdiwaty Dian Herawati Dian Novita Sari, Dian Novita Dwi Atmoko Dzulkarnain, Ariefin Ediyanto Eko Prasetyo Erwin Owan Hermansyah Essha Kakesha Rajabiah Esther Masri Fachry Abda El Rahman Faisol Fauzan Ramadhan Fitri Hidayati Fitriana, Diana Fitriani Hanif Maulaniam Sholah Harinto Nur Seha Hasibuan, Mhd Amin HERU SISWANTO Hukmiyah, Mas'adatul Hunny, Aura Tria Indah Kurnia Indra L. Nainggolan Indra Lorenly Nainggolan Insani, Salsabila Robbani Jantarda Mauli Hutagalung Jati Imantoro Jr., Andre Cardenas Julianda, Rindy Juniati, Puput Aulia KATNI KATNI Khaerani, Fatih Khafabi, Ian Rafi Kharisma Sakin Kintan R. Virdauzy Laksana, Prangga Budi Lindri Purbowati Mahendra, Figo Ryan Marissa Kemala Dirgantini Marko Ferdian Salim, Marko Ferdian Meilya Nur Prianjani Mevi Auriel Sefianing Putri Mila Wijayanti Moh. Anas Muh. Ihsan Muhammad Yamin Muhtadin, Achmad Nainggolan, Indra L Nani Septiana Naupal Ni Putu Indah Permata Sari Nova Aulia Rahma Nasution Noviriska Nuri, Ahmad Nuriyah, Sitta Nurul Iman Nuryanto Praminiarto, Hendri Pramudita, Tito Puji Astuti Puput Rustianne Febri Hadi Puspita, Erna Putra, Lintang Andika Putra, Wahyu Ananda Putri, LG. Saraswati Rahma, Zulfiana Ayu Rara Amalia Cendhayanie Ratni Sirait Rio Septian Riswandhita, Yanuar Riyanto Rohman, Adi Nur Romasindah Aidy, Widya Rosadi, Khumaini Rosid, Andiana Rosita Ruslan Abdul Gani Russell Ong Sanubari, Febrian Septian Dwi Arinda Shagti, Ruhita SIGIT PUJI WINARKO Silalahi, Ronaldo Saputra Sjamsir, Hasbi Solikah, Mar’atus Sri Retnaning Rahayu Sri Wahyuni Sukeriyadi, Mutmainnah Susilawati S.S.R Suwarto Suwarto Syahrani, Abd. Wahab Syahruddin, Erwin Tundo, Tundo Tyas Ayuningrum ur Seha, Harinto N Vianda, Tisa Reta Widiawati, Hestin Sri Windi Ikhsa Velani Yohana Ika Daniati Yuliana, Chelda Yulida, Rina Zainab, Nina Zaman , Badrus Zurqoni