Kotebe University of Education delivered a two-day training to selected primary and high school teachers in Addis Ababa on enhancing their understanding and implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in their respective schools, from February 21-22, 2022.
In his opening speech, Dr. Tena Bekele, V/President for Business and Development, Kotebe University of Education, remarked that STEM education is crucial for the development of a country as it encourages innovation that brings new technologies, products, and services. He also noted that the training has been prepared to inspire and support especially Science and Mathematics teachers for they shoulder greater responsibilities in realizing this endeavor.
Dr. Tewodros Mulugeta, the Director of STEM education at Kotebe University of Education, on his part, said that STEM education aids to produce creative and knowledgeable students who solve the complex and dynamic challenges that the 21st century poses. As to him, the present training focused on teachers as they are the primary stakeholders of STEM education.
The trainees spent the second day of the training visiting STEM education centers at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University.
Communications Affairs Directorate
February 22, 2022
