Sound E-Learning of STEM in Malaysian Higher Education Institutions

Abstract

The economy globally has impacted livelihood and organizations because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has also impacted the 4th Industrial Revolution Digitalization in education, carried many programs with STEM-based courses that entail hands-on methods to online manner. This study was carried out to ensure that STEM education at Malaysian higher education institutions was well- integrated through e-learning (HEIs). Data were collected via questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with a mixed-methods research design. Respondents were STEM educators in HEIs within the Klang Valley. Educators between the ages of 30-35 are found to be more adept at using various software suites, browsing websites, and handling multimedia tools for e-learning. 83 percent of the sample stated that their institution has no STEM e-learning procedure, contributing to extra challenges in STEM education. A sound e- learning integration of STEM requires educators with specialization in the courses being taught, able to process knowledge of digital applications, cultivate skills and values to problem resolve, and integrate collaboration in the technological curriculum. HEIs must involve stakeholders to develop resistance plan modification and to portion the integration of e-learning in segments pertaining to course learning outcomes for achieving strategic objectives in STEM education.