Investigating STEM-based Learning Package for Enhancing Programming and Problem Solving Skills

Abstract

This research aims to investigate the effectiveness of a STEM-based learning package to enhance the skills of problem-solving and programming. We design and develop the learning package which is consisted of the traffic model, self-directed worksheets, and the Sphero robot. In our design process, the students’ knowledge integration and real-life based problem-solving skills were taken into account. Participants are high school students who are aiming major in science in the future. Research instruments and collection include skill assessments, satisfactory questionnaires and observation during the activities. The findings revealed that students had better understanding the program workflow, had improved programming skills, and had the high satisfaction levels from the learning. The average of overall students’ satisfaction was 4.38 (SD=0.63).