Intercultural STEAM trainings

Abstract

Our world today is undergoing significant changes that are impacting society and business. Interdisciplinary skills are essential to manage this transformation constructively. Digital, technological, and intercultural skills are among the so-called Future Skills that have been defined as relevant in the newly evolving conditions. New training and educational formats are needed to meet these needs.

A new training method of Intercultural STEAM Training is currently under development because research shows that intercultural exposure, experience, and training in school have multiple benefits. Its goal is to create a symbiosis of STEM training with intercultural training based on the STEAM approach. Designed for students aged 12-16, it aims to increase motivation for STEM careers and the field of intercultural communication. It is designed to be an adjustment screw along the educational chain with the aim of increasing motivation to engage in the STEM field and to develop intercultural competence. The design of the method takes into account the learning expectations of young generations. It contributes to providing the first elements of future skills at school age.

The following literature review describes the societal framework that requires novel training methods. It presents the training concept and illustrates the need for and relevance of the new approach.