THE INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INTO STEAM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ARTS, AND MATHEMATICS) CURRICULA
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The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) curricula represents a significant advancement in modern education. AI’s potential to reshape how students interact with interdisciplinary content is immense, offering tools that enable personalized learning, data-driven feedback, and innovative project-based instruction. This paper examines how AI technologies can enhance STEAM education by promoting critical thinking, stimulating creativity, and promoting collaboration. It also evaluates the current landscape of AI use in schools and universities, highlighting successful case studies and practical implementations. However, the adoption of AI in education also brings complex challenges, including concerns about ethical implications, data privacy, teacher preparedness, and equitable access to digital infrastructure. Through a review of the literature and analysis of existing models, this research outlines strategic approaches to effective AI integration in STEAM disciplines. The goal is to provide educators and policymakers with actionable insights to promote inclusive, future-ready learning environments.
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