STEPAM Handbook & Policy Paper

What is STEPAM?





STEPAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Physical Education, Arts, and Mathematics) is an interdisciplinary educational initiative that integrates Physical Education (PE) with the broader STEAM fields. It aims to foster the holistic development of students aged 7 to 14 by promoting active learning environments, where physical movement becomes a catalyst for cognitive, emotional, and social growth—not just an isolated subject.

STEPAM encourages educators to reimagine PE as a bridge to academic achievement, health, creativity, and community engagement. By aligning physical activities with conceptual learning and real-world problem-solving, STEPAM transforms schools into dynamic laboratories of movement, play, discovery, and inclusion.

If you would like to learn more about the STEPAM Project—its foundations, core values, supporting framework, the proposed PE+STEAM educational model, project structure, and implementation guidelines—please consult the STEPAM Handbook provided below.

Policy Paper STEPAM

This project is co-funded by the European Union under grant no. 2023-1-RS01-KA220-HED-000166894. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or Foundation Tempus. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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