Creative Child September 2022 | Page 16

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STEM vs . STEAM

A Look at Both Sides

School curriculum including science , technology , engineering , and math ( STEM ) has increased in popularity over the last few years as research has shown problem solving and critical thinking skills to be better developed when kids have participated in STEM projects in the classroom . However , some educators are suggesting that arts should be added to give kids a more well-rounded education . This idea is called STEAM . ( STEM + Arts = STEAM ) Let ’ s take a look at both sides .
BY : SARAH LYONS
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