University/Organization
Sydney School of Education
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Broadway, Sydney
New South Wales
Australia
Title
Integrating STEM into the Curriculum: Dimensional Models
Synopsis
This paper describes a new model of STEM curriculum integration where various combinations of schooling levels and curricular modal integration. Several examples of STEM curriculum integration from around the world are presented characterizing distinct educational scenarios for each type of STEM integration within this model. In presenting these case studies this paper re-conceptualizes the role of STEM in teaching and learning and provides recommendations for future endeavors.