Examining the Development of Pre-Service Science Teachers' STEM-Focused Lesson Planning Skills

Purpose: In the 21st century, the importance of the fields of science, mathematics, technology, and engineering, and the need of the skilled individuals have paved a way for a great responsibility on teachers providing instruction in these four fields. Therefore, in this context, it is essential that teachers need to receive education for the cultivation of STEM skills in schools. The present study, it is aimed investigate the development of the STEM-focused lesson planning skills of pre-service science teachers who participated in STEM-focused laboratory activities. Research Methods: This research was designed as a single case study. The participants in this research study were seven pre-service science teachers. Data were collected through the lesson plans developed by the pre-service science teachers and analyzed using descriptive analysis. Findings: The results showed that STEM-focused laboratory activities contributed to the development of pre-service science teachers' skills about planning a STEM-focused lesson. (C) 2019 Ani Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved