International Journal of Basic Education Research
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): IJBER: International Journal of Basic Education Research

Establishing a Design Process and Evaluation Framework for STEM Instruction in Primary Education: From Theoretical Principles to Classroom Practice

Nguyen Minh, Giam (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Aug 2026

Abstract

In the context of general education reform, the shift from knowledge transmission to competency development has become an urgent imperative. However, the lack of clear pedagogical guidelines is a major obstacle for primary school teachers when implementing STEM lessons. This article focuses on addressing this issue by systematizing four core principles and proposing a six-step lesson design process engineering design orientation, built in parallel with a framework for assessing learner competencies at three levels (Recognition - Reproduction, Application - Problem Solving, Evaluation - Creativity). This synchronized combination provides primary school teachers and teacher training students with an effective pedagogical tool to transform academic educational theories into practical teaching scenarios, ensuring a meaningful integration between scientific inquiry, mathematical reasoning, and design thinking. The feasibility of the process is specifically demonstrated through the topic "Designing a mini water filter for flood-prone areas," supporting its effectiveness in comprehensively developing the qualities and abilities of primary school students.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Ijber

Publisher

Subject

Religion Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

Description

International Journal of Basic Education Research – IJBER, e-ISSN: 3047-0722 is an international journal published by the Doctoral Program In Elementary Madrasah Teacher Education Faculty Of Tarbiyah And Education - UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, published twice a year in February and August. This ...