Aveon School in Kinondo, Kwale county, is the latest institution to incorporate robotics studies as part of efforts to enhance students’ digital skills.
The school has introduced robotics lessons for grade 7 and 8 students, aiming to broaden educational opportunities for the young learners.
The robotics lessons, which focus on hands-on learning, allow students to explore new technologies and develop practical skills in programming, engineering, and problem-solving.
Victoria Pius, the school’s director, stated that the investment in robotics education reflects the growing importance of digital skills in the lives of young learners, preparing them for a technology-driven future.
“In the 21st century, digital skills are essential. We want our students to be at the forefront of technological innovation, and robotics is a key stepping stone in that direction,” she said.
Pius said that the programme not only builds technical knowledge but also encourages creativity and critical thinking.
The school has partnered with technology experts to ensure that the robotics classes are well-structured and meet global standards.
She said that they are working closely with Afrobot company and other schools to ensure the programme runs smoothly and spread the knowledge widely.
Pius said teachers have undergone specialized training to effectively guide students in learning how to design, build, and program robots using cutting-edge tools.
She said plans are underway to fully implement the robotics program as the school is set to expand.
The Director also said that by incorporating robotics, Aveon School aims to set a precedent for how technology can be integrated into the curriculum to benefit students from a young age.
She said the school’s move comes as part of a wider trend in Kenya’s education system, where there is growing emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
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The school’s ICT teacher Amos Kibet said the programme encourages collaboration, as students work together to design, build and program robots that perform specific tasks.
He said they teach learners to build both physical and virtual robots using special applications, adding that the programme has enhanced learners’ solving abilities not only in robotics but also in other field of studies.
A student, Wendy Nduku, expressed her enthusiasm about the new course adding that it is exciting to learn how robots work and to create something from scratch.
“Robotics is an exciting studies and I feel like this is preparing us for the future,” she said.
Another student, Musa Garashi, shared his excitement about the new subject, saying that he has always been fascinated by robots, and now he gets to build and program one by himself.
By Shaban Omar
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