In a bid to revolutionize science education in Uganda, Science Teaching and Innovations Africa (STIA) teamed up with STIR Education for a presentation and mini-exhibition on Monday, November 25, 2024. The event, held at STIR Education’s head office in Ntinda, Kampala, aimed to explore potential collaboration between the two organizations to enhance teaching and learning in Ugandan schools.
The meeting’s main objective was to showcase STIA’s innovative approaches to improving the quality of science education and to identify shared goals that could form the foundation for a future partnership.
A platform for collaboration
The session brought together a diverse team from both organizations, including STIR Education staff led by their Country Director Modern Musiimenta Karema and five members from STIA headed by their Country Director Amon Rugira.
During a PowerPoint presentation led by STIA’s Science and Innovations Manager, Stuart Nabaasa, participants were given an in-depth understanding of STIA’s mission, vision, and situational analysis of the challenges facing science education in Uganda. Nabaasa highlighted the innovative tools and support materials developed by STIA to enhance the teaching of science subjects, focusing on a hands-on, practical approach to learning.
Showcasing innovation
Following the presentation, STIA organized a mini-exhibition, where the team demonstrated their groundbreaking teaching tools. Led by Ms. Immaculate Tayebwa, Head of the Physics Department, and Mr. Nabaasa, the STIA team displayed their innovations at designated exhibition tables. These tools are designed to simplify complex scientific concepts and make them more accessible to students.
The hands-on demonstration provided STIR Education staff with a firsthand experience of STIA’s practical teaching methods, sparking enthusiasm and appreciation for the organization’s work.
Mutual appreciation and recommendations
STIR Education staff commended STIA’s innovative approach and recognized its potential to transform science education in Uganda. The presentation and demonstration were praised for their clarity and the practicality of the tools showcased.
