The Role of the STEM Approach in Developing Certain Soft Skills Among Middle School Female Students in the Al-Baha Region from the Perspective of Science Teachers "A field study in the Al-Baha region based on science teachers' perspectives using a questionnaire tool."

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The Role of the STEM Approach in Developing Certain Soft Skills Among Middle School Female Students in the Al-Baha Region from the Perspective of Science Teachers

Abstract

       The study aimed to identify the role of the STEM approach in developing certain soft skills among middle school female students in the Al-Baha region from the perspective of science teachers. The study used a descriptive-analytical approach, with a validated questionnaire as the data collection tool, administered to a sample of 91 teachers out of 101, representing 90%. The results showed that all the targeted skills were rated at the "high" or "very high" levels. Effective communication ranked first with a mean of 4.25 and a standard deviation of 0.599, followed by teamwork (mean 4.20, SD 0.583), then critical thinking (mean 4.19, SD 0.623), problem-solving (mean 4.15, SD 0.653), and finally creativity and innovation (mean 4.10, SD 0.643). The study recommended enhancing the STEM approach through the design of integrated educational activities and specialized training programs.

Keywords: Blended Learning، 21st Century Skills، Teaching Strategies