Using STEM activities developed with digital stories: a mixed methods research

In this study, it was aimed to determine the effect of STEM activities used in digital stories on the 21st century skills, digital literacy and awareness of Web 2.0 tools of primary school 4th graders. The research was designed according to the mixed method and conducted in an explanatory design. In the quantitative dimension of the research, a single group pre -testpost -test from the pre -experimental models was applied, and in the qualitative dimension, case study was preferred. 10-12 age group students' digital literacy scale, Web 2.0 tools awareness scale, 21st century learning and innovation skills scale were used for quantitative data, and semi -structured interview form was used for qualitative data. In the study, 7 STEM activities developed within the scope of digital stories, focusing on the 4th grade science course outcomes, were implemented. As a result of the study, it was found that STEM activities positively affected students' 21st century skills and supported the development of their awareness of Web 2.0 tools. When the qualitative findings were analyzed, it was seen that it positively affected students' use of digital technology. It is thought and recommended that the activities used can be useful for teachers' usage in their lessons and extracurricular times.