vol. 1 núm. 1 (2022): filosofia y humanismo

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) competencies are oriented towards the formation of science and technology skills for future professionals, contributing to problem solving, scientific advancement and technological progress. In this sense, educational institutions have a commitment in the training of professionals to respond to the acurrent and future needs of society. This article is oriented in a text of reflexive character, in its first part it conceptualizes STEAM competences, and the contribution towards science and technology, then some experiences of the implementation to the curricula are described; and finally, reflections are presented in front of the challenges of the educational institutions in the incorporation of STEAM competences. Methodologically, a bibliometric study was undertaken to support the reflections for this paper.