By Kader Bilican, Kırıkkale University

STEM identity and STEM self efficacy are among the key components to ensure ongoing interest and perseverance in STEM. The foundations of these two concepts are constructed through early childhood education experiences.

Source: Key Points for STEM, Chapter III, March 2020

By Snezhana Radeva, Sofia University “St. Kl. Ohridski”

Children begin to develop foundational skills early on, that will help them reason, think creatively, analyse data, and work collaboratively in the future. Because in the future, they are expected to provide better solutions to the global challenges facing society.

Source: Key Points for STEM, Chapter II, March 2020

By Şahin İdin and İsmail Dönmez, STEAM Education Research Association

STEM education can be identified as it is an interdisciplinary approach covering the whole educational process from preschool to higher education. STEM education can be identified as one of new approaches to be used in the education system, which also aims for students to be able to solve problems in their daily lives (İdin, 2018).

Source: Key Points for STEM, Chapter I, March 2020

This chapter presents viewpoints, theoretical background, and research, to emphasise the nature of science in the context of NGSS. In addition, eight interpretations with relevant outputs at each level, are included as extensions of science and engineering practices, and cross cutting concepts rather than a fourth dimension of the standard.

Source: NGSS Release, Appendix H, April 2013

Translation: Educe Vietnam

By Jennifer Buchter et al.

There are many resources in Nevada that can support and enhance STEM opportunities and outcomes in early childhood. Strengthening early childhood professionals skills through high quality professional development is critical to teaching young children who are starting off on a strong STEM trajectory, and supporting other academic areas, such as language and literacy.

Source: Policy Issues in Nevada Education, January 2017

During this video you'll see how a preschool program implements ongoing STEAM curriculum by utilising materials, resources and spaces already available to them. 

By Ş.Ünlü Çetin, K. Bilican and M. Üçgül 

The content of the guidebook contains STEM definition, engaging positive STEM self efficacy and identity, effective STEM implementation, assessment of STEM activities, and strategies for parents in STEM education.

Source: Kırıkkale University, March 2020

This video highlights tips for incorporating science, technology, engineering, art, and math into your existing programming. 

By Elisabeth R. McClure and others

To successfully integrate STEM learning into early childhood education, we should consider all the systems surrounding children: We must prioritise STEM learning, while also engaging members across the child's environments. Both small and large steps can be taken, both sequentially and simultaneously, to move in the direction of greater STEM learning in early childhood.

Source: Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop, 2017