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STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM education addresses the concern that these subjects are often taught individually, when they are actually intertwined and correlated. A STEM based curriculum uses real life situations to help students understand how educational concepts relate to life. It encourages students to experiment and learn from their own experiences to reach positive outcomes.  When considering STEM education, a major question that arises is “What is the importance of STEM education?” To answer that question, we have compiled a few benefits of STEM education: Fosters Ingenuity & Creativity: Ingenuity is defined as the quality of being original and inventive. Ingenuity and creativity, when paired with STEM education, can lead to development of new ideas and innovation. Popular example of ingenuity & creativity being coupled with STEM is the development of Artificial Intelligence.  Develop Resilience: STEM education...

 Extracurricular activities organized by school clubs often act as a bridge between real life situations and academic skills. Such activities can allow students to develop diverse academic skills such as time management, creativity, problem-solving, communication, focus, etc. These skills may help in transitioning learning efforts into academic success. But, how can school clubs help in cultivating academic skills? Here are some points that explain the role of school clubs in skill development: Memory Retention: When students participate in activities such as dance, drama, music, vocals, etc., they are required to memorize their part or routine. This continuous effort of retaining information can act as an exercise for student’s brain and promotes memory retention among students. Memory retention is an important academic skill as students are required to retain the knowledge gained during learning sessions. Discipline: School club activities require students to be disciplined. As...