STEAM vs. STEM: Understanding the Difference

A young girl holds a guitar as she plays while another man listens

Technology has continued to drive transformation over the past few decades, and the demand for certain skills has risen. The increased demand has led to an overhaul of curriculum related to the ever-evolving STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) industry. This transformation has helped shape a branch of STEM called STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math), where art is incorporated into the traditional STEM curriculum. But, it has many people wondering more about STEAM vs. STEM.