Contemporary Research Analysis Journal

The integration of robotics in education has emerged as a promising approach for strengthening students’ STEM competencies by providing authentic opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and technology application. This study assessed the level of students’ STEM-related skills and attitudes in robotics-based learning environments. Employing a quantitative descriptive research design, the study involved 150 students enrolled in Robotics subjects during School Year 2025–2026 from selected schools in Northern Philippines. Data were collected using an adapted questionnaire on STEM skills understanding, contextualized for robotics-based learning environments. The instrument measured three dimensions: general skills, problem-solving skills, and attitudes toward STEM and robotics-based learning. Descriptive statistics, particularly weighted mean and standard deviation, were utilized to determine the level of students’ competencies and perceptions. The findings revealed that students demonstrated very highly developed levels of STEM-related general skills, indicating strong abilities in creativity, innovation, experiential learning, idea generation, and practical application of concepts. Similarly, students exhibited very highly developed problem-solving skills, reflecting their capacity to analyze challenges, generate solutions, apply interdisciplinary knowledge, and collaborate effectively during robotics activities. Furthermore, students demonstrated very highly developed attitudes toward STEM and robotics-based learning, showing strong recognition of the relevance of STEM disciplines and the value of robotics for academic and future professional development. The study concludes that robotics-based learning environments serve as effective platforms for developing multidimensional STEM competencies by integrating cognitive, creative, collaborative, and affective learning outcomes. The findings highlight the importance of sustaining robotics integration in STEM education to prepare learners with the skills and dispositions necessary for future innovation and technological advancement.

robotics-based learning, STEM education, STEM skills, problem-solving skills, STEM attitudes, educational robotics, technology-enhanced learning, Philippines.

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