Educational Innovation: How STEAM prepares average students for an engineering career

El Salvador’s educational system is transitioning towards digitization and ICT integration, prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift has emphasized online education and the need to enhance teachers’ digital skills. However, challenges persist, including unequal access to devices and reliable internet connectivity, which excludes certain student groups. Inadequate teacher training in ICT also affects digital teaching quality and student engagement. Additionally, a mismatch between the educational curriculum and technological requirements raises concerns about adequately preparing students for a digitalized world.