Jars Education Group has deepened its commitment in improving the quality of education in across Africa and Nigeria in particular through ‘The African Stream (TAS) initiative’.
Akindotun Merino, chief executive Officer of Jars Educational group, urged government at all levels to commit more funds into the country’s educational sector to aid economic growth and development in the country.
She noted that the quality of education has to be upgraded to stimulate personal discoveries and experiential learning that elevates and culminates in career shaping discoveries for students to become problem solvers.
Speaking on the TAS initiative, Merino called on the government to always support individuals, organisations and groups that have passion for education, as they cannot do it alone.
Merino explained that the TAS initiative is a forum for students to explore the wonders of Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics and Science (STREAMS) through collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and citizenship.
“The medium for presentation includes interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, innovative programs and awe-inspiring films. We advocate and provide transformative solutions that fill the gap in classroom learning and take education outside the four walls.
“We present a united African continent, with educated children who think critically, creatively, work collaboratively and participate in the global economy as ethical citizens,” she added.
She noted that rapid changes in the world—including technological advancement, scientific innovation, increased globalisation, shifting workforce demands, and pressures of economic competitiveness are redefining the broad skill sets that students need to be adequately prepared to participate in, and contribute to today’s society.
She hinted that well-trained graduates in science and technology based discipline can help their countries find effective, cost-efficient, home- grown solutions to their pressing developmental problems, particularly on poverty, food security, climate change, urbanisation and health.
“The poor quality of government education and low investment has put the sector in a state of crisis in many African countries. The standard of education in many parts of Nigeria has deteriorated very badly, so much so that we have lost our position as a leading nation in Africa,” she further said.
