THE ROLE AND IMPORTANCE OF PLAY ACTIVITIES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STEAM TECHNOLOGY FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.70728/conf.v2.i03.001Keywords:
STEAM, interactivity, STEAM platform, play activities, creativity, integration, workshop, virtual reality, innovationAbstract
This thesis highlights the relevance, advantages, and methodological foundations of implementing STEAM technology for preschool-aged children through play activities. STEAM technology develops children's thinking, practical skills, creativity, and critical thinking abilities. Teaching through play makes the educational process interactive and engaging, while also improving the level of knowledge acquisition. The thesis analyzes types of play activities, their integration with STEAM components, the role of virtual technologies, and pedagogical approaches.
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