INTEGRASI PENDEKATAN STEAM DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SAINS UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KREATIVITAS DAN KOLABORASI SISWA SD

Abstract

The STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning

approach has emerged as a significant innovation in addressing the challenges of

21st-century education, particularly in fostering students' creative and collaborative

thinking skills. This study aims to examine the integration of the STEAM approach

into science learning at the elementary school level and to explore its influence on

enhancing students’ creativity and collaboration. The method used is a literature

review, analyzing various relevant scholarly sources such as national and

international journals, seminar proceedings, and educational policy documents

published between 2014 and 2024. Thematic analysis was conducted to explore the

fundamental principles of STEAM, its integration strategies, and its impact on the

learning process. The findings indicate that implementing STEAM significantly

improves students' critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills. Several

studies reveal that combining STEAM with project-based learning models or

contextual experiments creates an active and meaningful learning environment.

However, implementing STEAM in Indonesian elementary schools still faces several

challenges, including limited teacher understanding, inadequate facilities and

infrastructure, and the absence of clear operational guidelines. Therefore,

continuous teacher training and supportive education policies are essential for

optimal implementation of this approach. This study is expected to contribute to the

development of innovative and contextual science learning models aimed at

equipping students with comprehensive 21st-century skills.