What Does STEM Look Like in Singapore? A Literature Review Analysis of Curriculum Development, Education Framework, Classroom Practices, and Policies

Overview & Synopsis

While reviewing the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) data, Singapore is a leader in math and science (Mullis et al., 2016). Let's learn from the best. Education is an aspiration not a destination (Ng, 2020) which demands an internal motivation of lifelong learning and change in education with a goal to improve education for all students in the classroom, school, community, state, country, and world. A comparative analysis of current literature published in the last ten years were grouped into themes in education that support the success of science and mathematics of Singaporean students. The literature indicates a spotlight on the governmental policies and support for education to create a profession of highly trained teachers is part of their success. Education should be wholistic and holistic, that is in a constant state of change to meet the needs of current communities and the evolving diverse culture. Singapore is a global leader in mathematics and science education with pedagogies that support learners with abstract content. With the use of hands-on, research projects, and authentic problem-solving activities in math and science students will be more engaged and will experience the joy of learning. Students' well-being will be improved when they experience the joy of learning.