IMPROVING THE METHODOLOGY OF DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ ANALYTICAL SKILLS THROUGH THE INTEGRATION OF STEM COMPONENTS IN THE TEACHING OF MICROBIOLOGY
Keywords:
microbiology education, stem integration, analytical skills, higher education, methodology, innovation in teaching.Abstract
The rapid advancement of science and technology has led to significant
transformations in higher education, particularly in medical and biological sciences.
Microbiology, as a fundamental subject in medical education, requires students to
develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, and research competencies. This article
presents a methodological model for integrating STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics) components into the teaching of microbiology to enhance
students’ analytical skills. The research highlights the theoretical foundations,
pedagogical approaches, and practical tools that contribute to developing analytical
competence among students. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of
STEM-based teaching in improving students’ engagement, cognitive activity, and
analytical reasoning in microbiological problem-solving.
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