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STEM METS Resources, a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) focused social enterprise in Nigeria, is poised to deepen STEM Education in Nigeria through the use of alternative learning tools.
To engage children in STEM education the organisation has introduced its brickz4kidz initiative. This encourages students to be better problem solvers, innovators, and creative thinkers, while preparing them for varying careers in the future work place.
“STEM is the future for development in Africa and we believe that it is one of the tools needed to fully create a generation of innovators and contribute to sustainable economic development of our nation, Nigeria. There is a disconnect between skills required for the future workplace and skills our graduates possess as they enter the workforce – these skills need to be developed in early childhood education and our curricula in Nigeria also needs to reflect this” Jadesola Adedeji, founder, STEM METS Resources said. Adedeji added “It is also very important as a nation, to identify the importance of alternative learning for students and teachers in our schools. Through practical STEM education, young students will be equipped with hands-on skills, to prepare them for their future, and the future of Nigeria as a whole.”
Established in 2014, with over 4000 students reached in 12 schools, STEM METS Resources started its first initiative running the Bricks4kidz programme in schools in January 2014.This initiative engages students using LEGO Bricks to deliver high quality, educational play that translates to learning; and also through several enrichment holiday workshops and clubs.
Till date, the organisation has hosted 42 workshops offered as after school classes, holiday camps and field trips.
STEM METS is an organisation which was founded on the premise, of creating diverse ways of learning, and to empower young students in Nigeria with skills required for the future global workplace. This organisation is committed to nurturing, enriching and inspiring young minds by providing quality, innovative, alternative educational learning platforms. The mission for STEM METS is to introduce STEM based programmes and activities to children aged 3-16 across Nigeria which will inspire innovation and creativity
Most recently, the company has partnered with Airbus Foundation, a subsidiary of Airbus, to administer its robotics and aviation programme to youths aged 11-16, through its workshop called Airbus the Little Engineer Workshop A380. The goal of the partnership is to support Nigeria’s efforts in creating a sustainable pipeline of talent for Africa, encouraging students to embrace technology, and ignite a passion in them that can grow into a STEM career.
STEM METS Resources also supports governments, businesses and schools in developing strategic programs targeted at increasing students’ engagement in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
