STEM, The acronym came into common use shortly after an interagency meeting on science education held at the US National Science Foundation STEM is an approach to learning and development that integrates the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. As Through STEM, students develop key skills including: problem solving creativity critical analysis teamwork independent thinking initiative communication digital literacy. Why is STEM important? The global economy is changing. Current jobs are disappearing due to automation and new jobs are emerging every day as