The prospective of STEM education: Students' perceptions about the role of interest growth in science literacy

Abstract

This study aimed to describe students' perception about the role of STEM in growth interest in scientific literacy. The study was conducted in Lampung province of Indonesia, involving 221 junior high school students and interview with 5science teachers. The method used in the research is a mixed method with Sequential Explanatory Design. Data were taken using Questioner, interview and Observation, Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. The survey results show that students have a positive perception of the STEM approach. The results of the analysis of the STEM Approach most teachers have not utilized the STEM approach to provide an understanding of science. STEM approach not only provides an understanding of student science but also mathematical skills and conceptual understanding in science so STEM learning can support 2013 curriculum learning.