ERIC Number: EJ1170560
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 25
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Using a "Makerspace" Approach to Engage Indonesian Primary Students with STEM
Blackley, Susan; Rahmawati, Yuli; Fitriani, Ella; Sheffield, Rachel; Koul, Rekha
Issues in Educational Research, v28 n1 p18-42 2018
This paper examines the learning experiences of 291 Year 5 and 6 Indonesian primary school students, across four schools in North Jakarta, who participated in an integrated STEM project that used a 3-phase "Makerspace" approach: exposure, engagement and experimentation, and evaluation and extension. The Wiggle Bots project involved these students employing their skills and knowledge of technology and science to create a "bot," and then completing a survey that examined their confidence, engagement, identification and application of science knowledge. The results indicated that a "Makerspace" approach was very effective in engaging students in the STEM space, and students were also challenged to work collaboratively in groups mentored by pre-service teachers. With the application of STEM knowledge and skills, we also posit that the "Makerspace" approach is effective in the acquisition and demonstration of 21st century skills: problem-solving, critical and creative thinking, collaboration, and communication.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Elementary School Students, STEM Education, Teaching Methods, Mentors, Preservice Teachers, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Cooperation, Communication Skills, Science Instruction, Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Learner Engagement, Parents, Science Activities, Self Esteem, Elementary School Science
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Indonesia (Jakarta)
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