Integrating Art and Engineering in Hebei's STEAM Education

Zhu Yumin; Zainudin Bin Mohd Isa

doi:10.56982/dream.v3i05.238

Authors

Zhu Yumin City University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Zainudin Bin Mohd Isa City University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56982/dream.v3i05.238

Keywords:

art education challenges, integrating art and engineering, Hebei

Abstract

This study explores the integration of art and engineering within the educational framework of Hebei, aiming to address the challenges and opportunities associated with interdisciplinary education. Utilizing the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) model, the research examines how blending creative artistic processes with technical engineering skills can enhance student engagement, critical thinking, and overall learning outcomes. The proximity of Hebei to major industrial and cultural centers like Beijing and Tianjin provides a unique context for this integration, leveraging local cultural heritage to make engineering education more relevant and engaging. The study identifies specific barriers, such as the traditional emphasis on rote learning and the need for adequately trained faculty, which hinder the successful implementation of integrated curricula.

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