Contextualized Stem Lesson on Plant Asexual Reproduction Among Grade 7 Learners

Contextualized STEM lessons on asexual reproduction in agriculture offer significant benefits for student learning, particularly in rural areas where agriculture plays a central role in students’ daily lives. Recognizing the vital contribution of agriculture to the Philippine economy and the urgent need for effective instructional materials in this domain, the research commenced with a needs assessment involving five school administrators and five in-service science teachers. These key informants highlighted major challenges, including the lack of appropriate teaching resources and the need for sustained professional development to enhance instructional effectiveness. In response, the researchers developed a STEM lesson plan that incorporated locally relevant examples, aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-life agricultural practices. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to summarize trends and assess lesson effectiveness, while thematic analysis of feedback from teachers and administrators underscored the importance of localized pedagogy. The lesson plan received very satisfactory evaluations, with mean scores of 3.69 for content, 3.85 for format, 3.58 for presentation and organization, and 3.83 for accuracy, indicating its relevance and correctness. The findings recommend that educators adopt more localized, interactive, and visually engaging approaches in their STEM instruction. Moreover, enhancing access to quality teaching materials and increasing opportunities for professional development can further improve the effectiveness of science education in rural contexts.