THE ROLE OF STEM EDUCATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH SKILLS OF FUTURE BIOLOGY TEACHERS
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https://doi.org/10.35433/pedagogy.1(120).2025.22Keywords:
future biology teachers, higher education institutions, STEM education, research, teacher training, educational processAbstract
The article is devoted to the actual problem of introducing STEM education in the training of future biology teachers. The article analyzes the role of STEM technologies in the development of research skills of future teachers. It is emphasized that traditional methods of training often do not provide a sufficient level of development of research competencies necessary for work in the modern educational system.
The article discusses the basic concepts of STEM education and STEM technologies, as well as provides an overview of scientific research on this issue. The necessity of integrating STEM components into the curriculum for future biology teachers is substantiated and specific methods and techniques for implementing this approach are proposed.
The main conclusion of the article is that STEM education is an effective tool for developing the research skills of future biology teachers. The introduction of STEM technologies contributes to the development of such competencies as critical thinking, creativity, ability to work with data, use modern technologies and organize students' research activities.
Specific examples of the use of modern STEM technologies, such as biological simulators, 3D printers, online collaboration platforms, virtual and augmented reality, simulation modeling of biological processes, for the development of research skills in future biology teachers are presented. It is emphasized that the use of STEM technologies in the process of training future biology teachers contributes to the development of critical thinking, the formation of research skills, the development of creativity and the training of teachers who are able to use modern technologies in the educational process.
For the effective development of future biology teachers' research skills, it is necessary to provide access to modern technologies and individualize the learning process. The use of specialized equipment and software allows students to acquire the practical skills necessary to conduct research. An individual approach helps to develop the creative abilities of each student and encourages them to work independently. Creating an atmosphere that supports curiosity and the desire to explore is a key factor in developing the research skills of future biology teachers.
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