STEM education – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – is vital in the 21st century. There is a global demand for a skilled workforce in fields like Maths, Science, ICT, and the Arts, yet these careers are often under-promoted. Amid rapid technological change and global challenges, STEM equips learners with essential skills through interdisciplinary collaboration. The asterisk in STEM highlights this evolving focus. The book explores diverse research contexts – from student experiences to diversity and inclusion – featuring perspectives from Belgium, Botswana, Germany, Namibia, South Africa, and the USA.