Interest of Secondary School Students Towards Stem Education in Delhi Region

Abstract

STEM education is essential for developing students' critical thinking, creativity, and problem- solving abilities. This helps to develop future leaders and boosts the economy. However, increasing engagement and participation in STEM disciplines requires an awareness of the elements that influence secondary school students' interest in STEM subjects. The interest of Delhi region secondary school pupils in STEM education is examined in this study work. Its goal is to incorporate science, technology, engineering, and math into the curriculum of children in order to improve their cognitive abilities and encourage them to seek solutions to problems in the real world. In field education, STEM is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach. However, understanding students' interest in STEM subjects is crucial for fostering engagement and promoting excellence in these areas It investigates numerous elements that affect students' interest in STEM disciplines, including curriculum design, teaching strategies, social perspectives, and extracurricular activities, using surveys and interviews. The results offer significant perspectives for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders to formulate efficacious approaches for endorsing STEM education and cultivating a workforce prepared for the future in the Delhi region.