Systematic Review of Challenges and Opportunities of Internet of Things in STEM Education: Policy Insights

Authors

  • Christian Jay Dalogdog College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Allyza Mae Flores College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Raieza Mae Casas College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Rhea Rose Lima College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Erriane Gale Tano College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Joel Niño Pabadora College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Gerly Alcantara Associate Professor, College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines
  • Danica Kaye Hallarte College of Education, Arts and Sciences at Danao Campus. Cebu Technological University, Sabang, Danao City 6004 Cebu, Philippines

Keywords:

Challenges and Opportunities, Internet of Things, PRISMA, STEM Education, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Integrating the Internet of Things (IoT) in STEM education has gained attention for its potential to transform traditional teaching and learning. The paper reviews and examines the challenges and opportunities of incorporating IoT into STEM curricula, following the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. An initial Web of Science (WoS) and Scopus search identified 1,014 records. After removing duplicates (159), non-English sources (3), book series (261), conference proceedings (243), systematic review papers (70), and studies lacking relevance (254), only 24 articles met the final inclusion criteria. The review reveals seven key challenges to IoT integration: resource limitations, skill gaps, lack of standardized curriculum, data security and privacy concerns, integration with existing systems, effectiveness, and reliability. Conversely, seven opportunities were identified, including adaptive and hands-on learning, actionable STEM education, improved problem-solving skills, innovation and creativity, industry alignment and career readiness, real-time data analysis, and global connectivity. These challenges and opportunities were grouped into five themes: personnel management, IoT infrastructure, financial considerations, skill alignment, and educational administration. We offer policy insights derived from the identified challenges and opportunities of integrating IoT into STEM education.

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Published

2025-06-27

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Dalogdog, C. J. ., Flores, A. M., Casas, R. M. ., Lima, R. R., Tano, E. G. ., Pabadora, J. N. ., Alcantara, G., & Hallarte, D. K. (2025). Systematic Review of Challenges and Opportunities of Internet of Things in STEM Education: Policy Insights. Magister - Journal of Educational Research, 4(1), 21–57. Retrieved from http://errc.ctu.edu.ph/ojs/index.php/magister/article/view/69

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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): January to June 2025

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