The Ministry of Education has announced that prospective Senior High School (SHS) students can now select Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) schools on the placement portal.
Parents or guardians who wish to select these schools can now easily do so for their 2022 BECE candidates on the STEM portal and also find out which SHS will offer STEM programs during the 2023 academic year.
The portal includes a list of new STEM Senior High Schools in the 2023 School selection and placement process and also provides information on available STEM programs and their career pathways.
How to Select the STEM SHS on the portal
- Visit the STEM website https://stem-ssp.com.gh
- Click on Register Here.
- Proceed to fill the credentials including the First Name, Last Name, Index Number, Phone Number and Password.
- Click on Register after filling all the fields.
- Go back to the homepage and click on Start Selection.
- Enter the index number and password used for the registration.
- Go back to the STEM portal homepage
- Click on Start Selection
- Input the Index Number and Password used for the Registration and click on login
Benefits of STEM Education
The disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are all included in the interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning known as STEM education.
The purpose of STEM education is to provide students with the information and abilities needed to succeed in these professions and to get them ready for careers in STEM-related fields in the future.
With a focus on teamwork and critical thinking, STEM education is intended to be experiential, problem-based, and project-based.
The expansion of students’ interest in STEM occupations is one of the main objectives of STEM education. This is significant given that many future occupations are projected to be in industries related to STEM, and there is a rising need for workers with STEM abilities.
Students who receive STEM education will be better equipped to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century because they will learn the skills necessary to solve difficult problems and to think critically and creatively.
Another advantage of STEM education is that it enables students to use their knowledge and abilities to solve issues in the real world. This can help to improve kids’ interest in STEM disciplines and make learning more meaningful and interesting.
Additionally, STEM education can support equal access to educational opportunities for all students and the promotion of gender and racial diversity in STEM professions.
Overall, STEM education is crucial for our society and economy’s future. It helps students build the critical thinking and problem-solving abilities necessary for success in any area as well as prepare them for the jobs of the future. Additionally, it supports diversity and ensures that all students have access to equitable educational opportunities.