On behalf of Khon Kaen University, Nakhon Phanom University, and the Electrical Engineering Academic Association of Thailand (EEAAT), we would like to invite the academic research community to the 4th International STEM Education Conference (iSTEM-Ed 2019) to be held in Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, on July 10 - 12, 2019. iSTEM-Ed is a forum that provides opportunities for researchers and practitioners from various fields to share their experience, knowledge, and techniques used in learning and teaching in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM). This is to effectively improve education qualities in different environments world-wide.

Technical scope:
The theme of iSTEM-Ed 2019 is "Innovating STEM Education to Prepare Next Generation Workforces." The scope of a paper may include, but not limited to, the following areas:

Computing and Processing in Technology-enhanced STEM Teaching and Learning Environment:
- Sensor-based Communication, Networking, and Applications
- Internet of Things (IoT), Robotics, and Cloud Computing in Education
- Control System and Processing of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
- Hardware and Software for Educational Digital Game, Simulation and Animation, AR, VR, and Virtual world
- Management Control System for MOOC, SPOC, and Online Learning Management Technology
- Communication of Mobile Technology for Teaching and Learning
- Processing in Smart Classroom and Learning Environment
- Learning Computing of Social Media and Learning Network
- ICT-based Instructional Design and Computing

Pedagogical Modes and Applications of STEM Education:
- Inquiry-based, Problem-based, & Project-based Learning
- Research-led, Research-oriented, & Research-based learning
- Design-based & Challenge-based learning
- Brain-based learning & Educational Neuroscience
- Collaborative & Cooperative Learning
- Competency-based learning
- Creative learning
- Work-Based and Work-Integrated Education

Curriculum Studies and Development focused STEM Education:
- General Topics for Engineers (Math, Science & Engineering)
- Assessment and Evaluation for Engineering Thinking
- Curriculum Design and Development of Math and Science for Future Engineering
- Outcome-based Education and General Topics for Engineers
- Educational Policy, Leadership and Administration in STEM Disciplines
- Entrepreneurship Programs for Future Engineering
- Engineer-based STEM Curriculum in Compulsory (Secondary and Elementary School Level) and Vocational Education
- STEM Learning Program, Initiatives, and Partnerships for Digital Natives
- Industry Linkages and Partnerships in STEM Education
- Interdisciplinary Curriculum Development for STEM Education

Skills & Re-skills Development for STEM Literacy:
- 21st Century Skills
- Ethical and Social Justice Issues (e.g., Access, Equity)
- Soft Skills (e.g., Communications, Teamwork)
- Laboratory Experiences (On-Campus and Remote)
- Lifelong Learning/Education
- Research Training (Undergraduate and Graduate)
- Instructional kits for 21st Century skills development

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