This article aims to serve as a primer for first-year science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students as they navigate the challenge of the transition from high school to university life. The article explores the challenges students can expect to face and the toll they may take on their mental health. The authors attempt to outline these challenges, dissect … [Read more...] about From transition to triumph: Nurturing mental health and success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education
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Empowering diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through university-led engineering outreach programs for K–12 students
Despite the recognized value of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, significant barriers prevent equitable access to STEM learning opportunities, particularly for young individuals. These barriers range from limited access to quality STEM resources and insufficient support for educators to financial constraints associated with pursuing higher … [Read more...] about Empowering diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through university-led engineering outreach programs for K–12 students
The power of generative artificial intelligence: Revolutionizing cybersecurity, marketing, and creative industries
This article provides a comprehensive overview of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) by tracing its evolution from early techniques such as Gaussian mixture models (GMMs) to recent advances like generative adversarial networks (GANs) and transformer-based models. Additionally, it outlines various key generative frameworks like variational autoencoders (VAEs), deep … [Read more...] about The power of generative artificial intelligence: Revolutionizing cybersecurity, marketing, and creative industries
Experiential learning in K–12 schools through social innovation projects [STEM Education]
This article discusses the significance of incorporating global challenges, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), into STEM education and its positive influence on creativity, innovation, and 21st century skill development for K–12 students. Through the IEEE STEAM for Social Good program, we motivated students from diverse backgrounds to start … [Read more...] about Experiential learning in K–12 schools through social innovation projects [STEM Education]
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at Bule Hora: Experiences, best practices, and outcomes [STEM Education]
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach programs strive to ignite a passion for STEM among students through interactive sessions, workshops, and mentorship initiatives. These programs, designed to bridge educational gaps and promote inclusivity, engage diverse communities. In Bule Hora, Ethiopia, a STEM outreach project, supported by IEEE and Bule Hora … [Read more...] about Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at Bule Hora: Experiences, best practices, and outcomes [STEM Education]