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The aim of this study is to determine the views of the teachers of science on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) based science education. The work group is composed of six teachers in the field of STEM-based science training provided by the AR-GE team of the Kayseri Provincial National Education Directorate in the 2017-2018 educational year. In the study, the method of quality research was used as a pattern of state study. In the study, the data was collected using semi-configured interviews. The data collected was analyzed using content analysis. The data obtained in the study were analyzed in such a way that the categories that cover the data, codes, themes created according to these codes and themes were created. The findings of the research were discussed in four categories and ten topics. The study found that teachers of science who participated in STEM-based science education associated science with different disciplines. In addition, it has been found that they believe that STEM activities are available in the courses of science. In addition, it is understood that they have a positive view of STEM-based science education, they see STEM education as important in terms of the student’s learning outcomes and the teacher’s professional characteristics, and they want to increase its use with some weaknesses. As a result of the self-evaluations of the participating teachers, it has also been concluded that they are aware of their strengths and weaknesses in the STEM-based science education. Considering the view that teachers participating in STEM-based science education should be spread STEM education should increase the number and scope of such research and provided training.