Connecting Technology, Education, Industry, and Society through STEM
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https://doi.org/10.33830/ijrse.v8i1-1.15639Keywords:
STEM education, technology-enhanced learning, curriculum innovation, industry collaboration, sustainabilityAbstract
Contemporary STEM education is evolving toward an integrated ecosystem that connects technological innovation, educational quality, industry engagement, and societal responsibility. Drawing on ten studies presented in this Special Issue, this editorial identifies three interconnected priorities for advancing STEM education: building future-ready competencies through technology-enhanced learning, strengthening curriculum, quality assurance, and industry alignment, and expanding STEM education toward sustainability, society, and cultural responsibility. Together, these contributions demonstrate that the future of STEM education depends not only on technological advancement but also on the effective integration of pedagogy, professional practice, and social responsibility to prepare competent, adaptable, and responsible citizens for an increasingly interconnected world.
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