Assessing Secondary Teachers' Perceptions and Challenges in Implementing Steam Education

This study investigates secondary teachers' perceptions of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education and the challenges they encounter while implementing it in their classrooms. Utilizing a survey-based research design, data were collected from 50 secondary school teachers across various schools. The survey encompassed sections on teachers' attitudes toward STEAM, perceived benets, and the barriers they face in STEAM integration. Results indicate that while the majority of teachers recognize the importance of STEAM in fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary skills, signicant challenges such as limited resources, insufcient training, and lack of administrative support hinder effective implementation. The study concludes with recommendations for enhancing STEAM adoption through targeted professional development, increased resource allocation, and stronger institutional support.