RESEARCH AND EVALUATION
- Research and evaluation at SEAMEO STEM-ED support evidence-informed policy and practice in STEM education across Southeast Asia through context-responsive research.
- The Centre integrates Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) across its programmes to enhance quality, promote inclusivity, and ensure continuous improvement.
- SEAMEO STEM-ED collaborates with regional and international partners to generate and utilise evidence for advancing sustainable, equitable, and future-ready STEM education systems.
- Through continuous capacity building, research validation, and evaluation efforts, SEAMEO STEM-ED supports Member Countries in advancing the quality of STEM education in the region
- Its initiatives focus on key thematic research areas to strengthen evidence-based practices, evaluate programme impact, and drive innovation in STEM teaching and learning.
Greening Education
Research in this area focuses on integrating environmental sustainability into STEM education, promoting awareness and practices that support sustainable development and climate responsibility.
Global Citizenship Education
Studies in this area examine how STEM education can cultivate global citizenship values, such as intercultural understanding, ethical responsibility, and collaborative problem-solving for global challenges.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
This research explores the role of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning, including its potential to enhance STEM education, digital literacy, and innovative learning environments.
STEM Future Careers
Research in this area explores strategies to prepare students for emerging STEM-related careers by strengthening career awareness, developing future-ready skills, and aligning STEM education with evolving workforce and industry needs.
Professional Development & Capacity Building
This area focuses on enhancing competencies in STEM education through training, capacity-building programmes, and research-informed professional learning opportunities.
STEM Learning
Research focuses on examining effective approaches to STEM learning that enhance students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, & innovation skills
RESEARCH PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES
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Deloitte Green Gen Programme Research Project
The Deloitte Green Gen project, a collaborative effort between Deloitte Thailand and SEAMEO STEM-ED, is designed to advance STEM and green skills education among students in Thailand. To understand the effectiveness and reach of this project, SEAMEO STEM-ED conducted a qualitative research study with university representatives, students, and teachers across four major institutions in Thailand, including Chulalongkorn University, Khon Kaen University, Naresuan University, and Thaksin University. This approach enabled the collection of detailed, firsthand insights into participants' experiences, perceptions, and outcomes, particularly regarding their engagement with the awareness campaigns and their preparedness for future roles in sustainability-focused sectors. Read more about the study here.
Southeast Asian Teacher Education Programme (SEA-TEP) Research
The Southeast Asian Teacher Education Programme (SEA-TEP) research initiative, led by SEAMEO STEM-ED, is a collaborative effort among educational organisations, institutions, and stakeholders from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Kazakhstan. It aims to advance STEM teacher education in the region. Building on a commitment to capacity building, innovation, and evidence-based policy, the initiative examines the effectiveness of the SEA-TEP programme, assesses the quality and relevance of learning units integrating the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) and modelling frameworks, strengthens collaborative research capacity, and supports evidence-informed decision-making for education reform. Learn more about the research project here.
Journal of Southeast Asian Education: The Official Journal of SEAMEO: Transforming Education in the Era of AI
This volume of the Journal of Southeast Asian Education, published by the SEAMEO Secretariat, consolidates the most relevant and impactful articles presented at two successive, highly successful symposia: the 12th SEAMEO-University of Tsukuba Symposium and the SEAMEO Centres Policy Research Network (CPRN) 2025. SEAMEO STEM-ED contributed two research papers on “Fostering Artificial Intelligence Competencies Through Project-Based Learning: Insights from Southeast Asia” and “Enhancing Computational Thinking in Philippine Classrooms: A Case Study on the Unplugged Computational Thinking Guidebook” in this journal publication. Read more using the link here to learn about the details.
The 5th SEAMEO Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Strategic Workshop
SEAMEO STEM-ED participated in the 5th SEAMEO Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Strategy Workshop organised by SEAMEO Secretariat, held at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort on 9–10 February 2026. The workshop was convened to strengthen strategic alignment and secure leadership endorsement for the next phase of the MEL system development. Participants engaged in discussions on refining indicators, integrating qualitative and gender-responsive data, and enhancing coordination between the SEAMEO Centres and the Secretariat. These efforts aim to ensure robust reporting mechanisms and support evidence-based decision-making across the organisation. Discover more about the workshop here.
SEAMEO Centres Policy Research Network (CPRN) Summit 2025
The Centres Policy Research Network (CPRN) Summit 2025, held from 3–4 July 2025 in Brunei Darussalam, is an initiative aimed at strengthening research collaboration and knowledge exchange among Southeast Asian countries and supporting evidence-based policy development in education. SEAMEO STEM-ED presented two research papers on “Digital Natives and the AI Dilemma: Policy Pathways to Overcome Misconceptions and Shape the Future of Learning” and “Fostering STEM Integration in TVET Across Southeast Asia: Insights and Policy Recommendations”. Click here for more details about the presentations.
