TikTok Expands STEM Feed to All Users in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland
TikTok is making a significant move to enhance science education by opening up its STEM feed to all users in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland. The platform initially launched its STEM feed to users aged 18 and under in March last year and later expanded it to European audiences in April 2024. Now, TikTok is extending its science-focused stream to users of all ages in these regions.
According to TikTok, the STEM feed aims to inspire people to pursue unexpected STEM careers, facilitate collaboration among aspiring engineers, and assist new programmers in learning to code. By broadening the reach of its science content, TikTok hopes to engage more users and generate greater interest in educational-focused posts.
Since the launch of the STEM feed, TikTok has reported nearly 200 million video views of STEM-approved content and a significant portion of teens in the U.S. and U.K. accessing the STEM feed weekly. This success underscores the platform’s ability to drive interest in science-related content.
TikTok plans to enhance the STEM feed by introducing local language support for its content, enabling more users to engage with science content and potentially addressing concerns about the platform’s perceived lack of value. By promoting educational content, TikTok aims to provide users with knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Despite facing scrutiny from regulators and critics for being a time sink, TikTok’s focus on educational initiatives like the STEM feed demonstrates its commitment to offering valuable content to its users. By expanding access to the STEM feed, TikTok is taking a step in the right direction towards fostering a culture of learning and exploration on its platform.
TikTok has made the STEM feed accessible to all users in the specified regions starting today. So, if you’re interested in engaging with science content and exploring new educational opportunities, be sure to check out TikTok’s STEM feed.