Schooling Minister Prof. Tahir Mamman has stated that the combination of robotics training into the first training curriculum enriches the tutorial expertise of scholars.
Talking in Abuja on Wednesday on the opening of the First Lego League Nationwide Robotics Championship, Prof. Mamman stated the event would carry college students on par with twenty first century expertise and training requirements.
Based on the minister, it will additionally equip college students with the required expertise to thrive within the digital world.
Represented by the Director, Division of Know-how and Science Schooling of the Ministry, Dr. (Mrs.), Muyibat Olodo, the Minister stated: “As we witness the ingenious options offered by the groups in the present day, it reminds us that our training system is evolving. protecting tempo with the dynamic wants of the twenty first century.
“Integrating robotics training into the curriculum not solely enriches our college students' tutorial expertise, but additionally equips them with the abilities wanted to thrive in an more and more digital world. This will even carry robotics training inside the attain of each pupil and expose them to the core of Synthetic Intelligence (ΑΙ).”
He described the theme of this 12 months's problem; “MASTERPIECE,” as applicable, including that it holds the promise of shaping future leaders and innovators.
The occasion, he defined, isn’t just a contest however the embodiment of studying, collaboration, discovery and the pursuit of information that defines the essence of training.
“Within the panorama of contemporary training, the place the calls for on our college students are always evolving, occasions just like the First Lego League play an important function. They function a testomony to our dedication to selling creativity, crucial considering, innovation, technological and digital literacy amongst our youth. It’s encouraging to witness the dedication and keenness of the younger minds who’ve embraced the problem of robotics with such enthusiasm.
“The intricate connection between Science, Know-how, Arts and Arithmetic (STEAM) and our every day lives is clearer than ever. It isn’t nearly constructing robots however about instilling in our college students a deep understanding of how science and expertise can be utilized for the betterment of society,” he added.
The occasion, which runs from January 24 to 26, 2024, is organized by the Federal Ministry of Schooling in collaboration with Coderina Schooling and Know-how Basis.
Olajide Ajayi, founding father of Coderina Schooling and Know-how Basis, on his half, stated 56 faculties throughout Unity Faculties, personal and public faculties are taking part within the championship.
Based on him, the winner will signify Nigeria at worldwide championships in robotics and synthetic intelligence in the USA, Australia, Norway and Brazil.
The Federal Authorities had in August final 12 months tasked the Nigerian Academic Analysis and Improvement Council (NERDC) to make sure the inclusion of robotics and synthetic intelligence within the major training curriculum within the nation.
