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June 29, 2026Qualitative Research in EducationOpen Access

Integrating STEAM in Early Childhood Education Classrooms: A Reflexive Content Analysis of Teachers’ Experiences

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EKErica Pamela KöchigBLBeatriz Lores-GómezMUMireia Usart-Rodríguez

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Overview

Reflexive content analysis explores teachers’ experiences integrating STEAM in preschool, suggesting pedagogical guidance for assessment tools.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore preschool teachers’ experiences with integrating STEAM and digital technologies into classroom practices.
  • Conducted reflexive content analysis of six teacher interviews in Spain and Germany.
  • Identified five analytical categories: pedagogical elements, teacher education, STEAM materials, educational technology, and evaluation processes.
  • Focus on teachers' experiences and insights on STEAM integration.
  • Teachers emphasized child-centred, hands-on learning approaches.
  • Reported cautious use of digital tools and reliance on observational assessment methods.
  • Identified gaps in professional training and structured evaluation instruments.

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Köchig et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a420a74f91bb43ea9191de4https://doi.org/10.17583/qre.19041
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