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Global perspectives and methodological innovations in STEM education: a systematic mapping analysis of engineering design-based teacher training

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  • Mohamed A. Shahat
  • Sulaiman M. Al-Balushi
  • Shubair Abdullah
  • Mohammed Al-Amri

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Purpose - This study investigates a novel educational strategy in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teaching that integrates the engineering design process (EDP) as a framework. The strategy aims to help teachers explain STEM concepts in a simplified way. We employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) methodology to enable a systematic review that evaluated the effectiveness of this approach in improving both teaching and learning in STEM subjects. Design/methodology/approach - In order to fulfill the objectives of the review, key data were extracted from each of the 400 articles that were reviewed from three databases: Scopus, ProQuest Central and EBSCO. Two types of analysis were conducted, namely descriptive analysis and literature classification. Findings - This systematic review analyzed 44 articles on the EDP, focusing on 18 detailed studies mainly from ProQuest, SCOPUS and EBSCO. It revealed a limited focus on gender’s impact on EDP and a trend toward interdisciplinary use and integrated research approaches. The study underscores the need for further exploration of demographic influences and preparation programs in EDP across various disciplines, aiming to inform future research and educational policies. Originality/value - The study’s value lies in its comprehensive assessment of engineering design (ED) research over the past decade, serving as a key reference point. It highlights progress in the field, consolidates findings and provides insights into the field’s evolution, guiding future research directions in ED.

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  • Mohamed A. Shahat & Sulaiman M. Al-Balushi & Shubair Abdullah & Mohammed Al-Amri, 2024. "Global perspectives and methodological innovations in STEM education: a systematic mapping analysis of engineering design-based teacher training," Arab Gulf Journal of Scientific Research, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 42(4), pages 2047-2068, April.
  • Handle: RePEc:eme:agjsrp:agjsr-07-2023-0304
    DOI: 10.1108/AGJSR-07-2023-0304
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