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Despite significant investments in STEM programs in Australia, sustaining their benefits beyond initial implementation remains a challenge. This literature review addresses a gap in understanding of the durability of STEM education programs.
It aims to identify best practices and key factors from diverse fields that could be applied to STEM education programs to enhance their sustained impact.
The findings show that durability and sustainability are multifaceted concepts influenced by numerous factors, rather than a single element.
The importance of inclusive and collaborative structures is emphasised in the literature. Aligning the program's vision and values with the host organisation and community needs is also key. Other important factors include the presence of strategic and effective leadership, and dedicated program champions to drive the program's success and ensure its longevity.
- Durable STEM Education Programs: Evidence from Diverse Fields PDF (498 KB)
- Durable STEM Education Programs: Evidence from Diverse Fields - Text version TXT (43 KB)
- Summary: Durable STEM Education Programs: Evidence from Diverse Fields PDF (170 KB)
- Summary: Durable STEM Education Programs: Evidence from Diverse Fields - Text version TXT (4 KB)