Enhancing 21st Century Entrepreneurial Skills in Grade 6 Students Through the Outdoor Stem-Based Extracurricular Activity Package
Keywords:
Entrepreneurial Skills, STEM Education, Integrated Learning, Extracurricular Activities, STEM Activity Package, 21st Century LearningAbstract
This study aimed to enhance 21st-century entrepreneurial skills among grade 6 students through an outdoor STEM-based extracurricular activity package that emphasized developing three core entrepreneurial skills: problem-solving, creative thinking, and collaboration. The participants were 33 grade 6 students. The research tools included an entrepreneurial skill evaluation form, learning journals, and satisfaction surveys. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean (M) and Standard Deviation (SD), and a dependent t-test was applied to compare pre- and post-activity learning outcomes. Student satisfaction was analyzed through frequency distribution and percentage. The results revealed statistically significant improvement (p < .05) in all three entrepreneurial skills after participating in the activities. Each skill showed an apparent increase in mean scores, indicating that hands-on learning experiences embedded in real-life contexts effectively fostered entrepreneurial competencies. In addition, students reported the highest level of satisfaction with the activity set (M=4.94, SD=0.24), reflecting enjoyment, engagement, and perceived value. The findings suggest that a well-designed outdoor STEM activity package can develop 21st-century entrepreneurial skills effectively.
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