[Mon, 18 Nov 2024 21:50:25 +0300]
Sana’a – Saba:
An introductory workshop on the “Science, Technology, and Creative Projects Olympiad” was held on Monday at the Education Office in the Capital Sana’a.
The event was organized by the General Authority for Science, Research, Technology, and Innovation, and aimed to introduce a new initiative designed to foster creativity and innovation in science and technology among students.
The workshop, attended by heads of various educational departments, subject supervisors, and members of the scientific committee, focused on the details of the Olympiad project.
It aimed to spread the competition across educational regions, targeting secondary school students in the Capital Secretariat as the first phase. The goal is to later expand the program to schools nationwide.
The “Science and Technology Olympiad” seeks to inspire students by promoting competition in the fields of physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and technology.
It focuses particularly on emerging fields such as automation, programming, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The project also aims to encourage schools and students to engage with applied sciences, preparing them to compete in international and regional science and technology forums.
Dr. Sherif Qasim, Director of Innovators at the General Authority for Science, highlighted the importance of the project in building a generation of students equipped with practical knowledge in science and technology.
He explained that the competition would begin with school-level contests in the four main science subjects, followed by regional qualifiers, and finally a citywide competition in the Capital Sana’a.
Abdullah al-Wazir, Deputy Director of the Education Office in the Capital Sana’a, praised the initiative, noting its potential to enhance the educational process and connect academic learning with practical, real-world applications.
Khaled al-Aqabi, Director of Public Relations at the Education Office, emphasized that the Olympiad would bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, particularly in the fields of technology and innovation.
Tariq al-Thawami, Chairman of the Scientific Committee at the Authority, outlined the benefits of the Olympiad, which include awarding medals and prizes to the winning students, honoring the best teachers and schools, and providing winners with the opportunity to participate in the “Little Innovator” segment of an annual competition for creative projects.
The initiative promises to be a significant step forward in promoting science, technology, and innovation among Yemen’s youth, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
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