The Opinions Effect of Student in Disadvantaged Classes for Stem Applications
Abstract
Purpose – The aim of this study is; it is seesn that the children who are educated in disadvantages classes are to reveal their opinions about STEM education.
Design/methodology/approach – In this study, a qualitative analysis method was chosen and STEM education was selected among the disadvantaged classes and the students of this class were employed. Data were collected through semi-structured interview method. The collected data were analyzed with thw content analysis method and the results were interprted.
Findings – In the interviews, the students stated that they can use STEM Education effectively, they are very satisfied with this education and their friends who do not receive this education should be more konowledgeable about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Originality/value – Based on the results obtained, it is stated that the application of STEN training should be implemented in all schools and the educational content should be expanded. At the end of the training, the students were contacted with the students and the students were encouraged to interact with the students.
Keywords: STEM Education, Student, Teacher