Future-Proofing STEM Education: Integrating AI, Drones and 3D Printing into Learning System in USA and Ukraine |
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| © 2025 by IJCTT Journal | ||
| Volume-73 Issue-3 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Authors : Vladyslav Konovets | ||
| DOI : 10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V73I3P109 | ||
How to Cite?
Vladyslav Konovets, "Future-Proofing STEM Education: Integrating AI, Drones and 3D Printing into Learning System in USA and Ukraine," International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology, vol. 73, no. 3, pp. 69-73, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V73I3P109
Abstract
This paper analyzes the transformation required in STEM education must adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape shaped by innovations in robotics, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and advanced manufacturing. As global industries increasingly rely on these technologies, the demand for a workforce equipped with relevant technical and analytical skills is accelerating. Market projections reinforce this urgency, with artificial intelligence expected to reach $826 billion by 2030, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) forecasted to hit $101.1 billion by 2032, and the 3D printing sector projected to grow to $83.5 billion by 2030. These figures highlight a significant and sustained trend toward technological advancement. Through a qualitative analysis of current educational gaps and future skill requirements, the study outlines the need for curriculum innovation, practical integration of emerging technologies and a shift in pedagogical approaches. The discussion is grounded in the context of global economic transformation, where the agility of educational systems will play a decisive role in national and individual competitiveness.
Keywords
STEM education, AI, drones, 3D printing, Workforce.
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