Story by Courage Bushe
LOCAL schools continue to embrace the heritage-based education framework, with a Zvishavane-based institution partnering with an Indian organisation to promote the uptake of robotics by school children.
After winning the National Annual Science, Sport, Arts Festival (NASSAF) competitions last year and coming second at the World Robotics championship In Egypt in December, Errymaple Group of Schools this Tuesday hosted Indian experts who are into robotics in a bid to advance STEM education in the country.
The ground-breaking initiative saw more than 30 teachers being equipped with technical and practical skills in the robotics field.
Errymaple Group of Schools Robotics Instructor, Mr Wonder Mangwendeza underscored the importance of the seminar towards achieving a vibrant heritage-based education system.
“The seminar showcases the depth to which the competence-based curriculum is being implemented in schools and also shows how schools are acquiring teaching and learning materials. This is good for us as it enhances the skills and knowledge of our teachers,” he said.
Qurious Mind Infotainment Director, Mr Yogesh Kerkar said the initiative is meant to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
“This is a good initiative for Zimbabwe’s education sector and the technology field. It is a testament to Zimbabwe’s commitment to capacitating and equipping teachers with future-ready skills. By integrating robotics into the education system, we are preparing youths for global opportunities in technology and innovation,” he said.
Robotics are critical in developing problem-solving skills, encouraging critical thinking, analysis, and creativity and preparing students for future careers.
