The STEM vs STEAM debate has kept most parents on the edge for a few years now. Both these models have gained a lot of attention over the last decade or so, as educators tried to devise more meaningful and effective ways to connect with students.

According to the National Science Foundation, STEM education prepares students for the knowledge economy, where many current and future jobs require a good foundation in science and maths. But critics of the STEM model point out that much of it is designed to get students “good jobs” rather than focusing on their holistic development.