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A New Vision In Science Education:

Environmental Stem Education And

Professional Development In The Times Of Covid-19

Dr. Volkan Hasan Kaya

Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı

Öğretmen Yetiştirme ve Geliştirme Müdürlüğü

volk.has.an@gmail.com

Abstract

This theoretical study aims to develop a new theoretical model for

contemporary science education. Based on recommendations of the European Commission
STEM should be integrated into educational reforms and teacher education. This paper

describes a framework of Environmental Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic

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( STEM) education and STEM pedagogical content knowledge, which have increased in
importance with COVID-19 epidemic. This study focus on theoretical concepts and good
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practices relating to the COVID-19 epidemic in STEM education and pedagogical content
knowledge. The framework of STEM education builds on two core educational approaches:
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environmental education and STEM education. In respect to teacher education, a model for the

promotion of STEM pedagogical content knowledge is discussed and described in detail. It
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consists of three core components: environmental content, environmental STEM and pedagogy.

Finally, E+ STEM education and pedagogical content knowledge play critical role in science
education and teachers’ professional development.

Keywords: STEM Education, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Science Education

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