Mathematics and Science Education, Jambi University, Jl. H.A. Manap Telanaipura, Jambi, 36122, Indonesia
*Corresponding authors' E-mail: johari_asni@yahoo.com
Online Published on 17 January, 2024.
This study aimed to assess the need for STEM-integrated PjBL learning designs to promote character development and its implications in learning. Descriptive qualitative and quantitative research methods provide facts, realities, and accurately obtained natural phenomena and events. According to the study’s findings, students require good learning to grow ideas and ideas for making products, which can foster character building. Also, STEM-integrated PjBL is preferred by students. STEM-integrated PjBL learning can grow character in students, develop strong curiosity, creativity in problem-solving, and independence in analyzing information.
Character building, Biology learning, Project based learning (PjBL), Science technology engineering and mathematics (STEM)