PEDAGOGICAL MECHANISMS FOR ADAPTING STEAM EDUCATION METHODOLOGY TO PRESCHOOL CHILDREN

This article discusses the pedagogical mechanisms for adapting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) educational methodology in the process of preschool education. The importance of the STEAM approach in developing children's creativity, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills is analyzed. The possibilities of using STEAM elements based on project activities, game methods, and an integrative approach are also considered. The results of the study show that the quality of education can be improved by introducing innovative methods in preschool educational institutions.