THE NECESSITY OF TEACHING PHYSICS TO ACADEMIC LYCEUM STUDENTS BASED ON THE STEM APPROACH
Keywords:
STEM education, physics teaching, academic lyceumAbstract
In the modern educational environment, the integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education into physics teaching has become one of the most effective ways to develop students’ scientific thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This article discusses the necessity of applying the STEM approach in teaching physics to academic lyceum students, highlighting its role in forming interdisciplinary connections, strengthening practical competencies, and fostering motivation for scientific research. The analysis shows that traditional methods of teaching physics often fail to meet the demands of the rapidly changing technological world, whereas STEM-based learning allows students to engage in project-based, experimental, and research-oriented activities that bridge theory with real-world applications. The article also provides methodological recommendations for improving physics teaching practices at academic lyceums through the integration of STEM elements such as engineering design, innovation projects, and digital technologies.
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