Equator Science Journal (ESJ)
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Equator Science Journal (ESJ)

Embedding Computational Thinking in STEM Education: A Comprehensive Literature Review

Novia, Novia (Unknown)
Wirawan, Fandi Surya (Unknown)
Supriyadi, Supriyadi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Feb 2025

Abstract

The study of incorporating computational thinking (CT) into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education has gained interest. We carried out a semi-systematic review of 50 empirical papers on this topic. Our findings highlighted the following crucial points: (a) the majority of research utilized domain-general descriptions for CT, while a few studies suggested domain-specific terms that addressed STEM education; (b) problem-based instruction developed as the most common teaching approach, with popular contextual topics including game design, robotics, and computational modelling; (c) assessments of student learning in combined CT and STEM varied in objectives and formats, with approximately one-third evaluating both CT and STEM integration. Based on our findings, we make recommendations for future study and implementation, with an emphasis on defining and evaluating CT in STEM contexts, developing successful instructional strategies for incorporating CT into STEM, and investigating approaches to promote inclusiveness in integrated CT and STEM education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ESJ

Publisher

Subject

Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Chemistry Earth & Planetary Sciences Environmental Science Physics

Description

Equator Science Journal [e-ISSN 2988-3881] publishes a scientific paper on the results of the study and review of the literature in the sphere of natural science education in primary education, secondary education and higher education. Additionally, this journal also covers the issues of ...